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A warm bowl of creamy chicken and potato soup garnished with parsley, served in a rustic ceramic bowl on a wooden table.

Chicken and Potato Soup

This creamy chicken and potato soup is the perfect comfort food that's ready in just 30 minutes. Made in one pot with tender chicken, hearty potatoes, and a rich creamy broth that's both satisfying and nutritious.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 Servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 285
Ingredients Method Video Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 pounds Yukon gold potatoes cubed
  • 1 large onion diced
  • 3 carrots sliced
  • 3 celery stalks chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 8 cups chicken broth
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Method
 

  1. Prep your ingredients by dicing onion, slicing carrots, chopping celery, and cubing potatoes
  2. In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat and sauté onion, carrots, and celery until softened about 5 minutes
  3. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant
  4. Pour in chicken broth, add bay leaves, thyme, and rosemary, then bring to a boil
  5. Add whole chicken breasts and cook for 15 minutes, then remove and shred with two forks
  6. Add cubed potatoes to the pot and cook until fork-tender about 15 to 20 minutes
  7. In a small bowl, whisk flour with a bit of cream to make a slurry
  8. Slowly stir the cream mixture into the soup to create creamy texture
  9. Add shredded chicken back to the pot and season with salt and pepper
  10. Remove bay leaves, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve hot

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Notes

Nutrition Information:
Calories: 285 per serving
Protein: 28 grams
Carbohydrates: 22 grams
Fat: 12 grams
Fiber: 3 grams
Sodium: 650 milligrams
Dietary Information: Gluten-free option available by using gluten-free flour
Storage Instructions: Store in refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months
Serving Suggestions: Serve with crusty bread, crackers, or a simple green salad