Description
A comforting soup combining tender chicken and vegetables in a rich broth.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 cup heavy cream or a lighter alternative
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the shredded chicken and cook until heated through.
- Pour in the chicken broth and thyme. Bring to a simmer.
- Add the frozen peas and cook for 5 more minutes.
- Reduce heat, stir in the cream, and season with salt and pepper. Heat until warmed.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
Serve with crusty bread or a simple green salad. For an extra kick, sprinkle with fresh herbs or add a dash of hot sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Sautéing and Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: chicken soup, hearty soup, comfort food