Description

Healthy Chicken Pot Pie Soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly nights. This quick and easy recipe combines tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and a creamy broth topped with fluffy biscuit pieces. It captures the nostalgic essence of traditional pot pie without the long preparation time, making it an ideal meal for busy weeknights. Enjoy the delightful aroma that fills your kitchen as you savor each heartfelt spoonful.

Ingredients

Scale

3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
2 medium carrots, diced
2 stalks celery, diced
1 medium onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
1 tsp dried thyme
2 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Dice chicken breasts and prepare vegetables: carrots, celery, onion, and garlic.
In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté onions and garlic until soft (about 3 minutes). Add carrots and celery; cook for another 5 minutes.
Add diced chicken to the pot; season with salt and pepper. Cook until chicken is no longer pink (6-8 minutes).
Pour in chicken broth and add thyme. Bring to a gentle boil for about 10 minutes.
Stir in heavy cream and cornstarch slurry; simmer on low for an additional 5 minutes until thickened.
Serve hot topped with biscuit pieces or croutons.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Cooking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 320
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 720mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 17g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 24g
Cholesterol: 85mg

Keywords: - Customize your soup by adding peas or sweet corn based on what you have. - For extra creaminess, consider stirring in a dollop of sour cream just before serving.