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Creamy Chicken Soup

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A classic comfort dish that warms the heart with a rich blend of chicken, vegetables, and cream.

Ingredients

  • Bone-In Chicken (about 1.5 lbs)
  • Carrots (2 medium-sized)
  • Celery (2 stalks)
  • Onion (1 large)
  • Garlic (3 cloves)
  • Chicken Broth (4 cups)
  • Heavy Cream (1 cup)
  • Fresh Thyme (1 tablespoon)
  • Bay Leaf (1)
  • Salt and Pepper to taste
  • Fresh Parsley (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Place chicken in a large pot and cover it with water. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer for 30-40 minutes until tender.
  2. Shred the Chicken: Remove from the pot and shred the meat into bite-sized pieces.
  3. Sauté the Aromatics: In the same pot, add olive oil and sauté diced onions, carrots, and celery for 5-7 minutes.
  4. Add Garlic and Herbs: Stir in minced garlic and thyme, cooking until fragrant (about 1 minute).
  5. Pour in the Broth: Add chicken broth back into the pot and bring to a gentle simmer.
  6. Combine Chicken and Add Bay Leaf: Add shredded chicken and bay leaf, simmer for about 15 minutes.
  7. Stir in the Heavy Cream: Pour in heavy cream and heat through for another 5 minutes, but don’t let it boil.
  8. Serve and Garnish: Ladle soup into bowls, sprinkle with parsley, and serve warm.

Notes

Feel free to add quinoa for heartiness or substitute cream for coconut milk for a dairy-free version.

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Keywords: chicken soup, creamy soup, comfort food, winter recipe, easy soup

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