Creamy Chicken Soup
Ingredients
- 1-2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt/Pepper
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1 ¼ lbs. bone-in chicken breast or thighs
see notes
- ½ cup dry white wine
see notes
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 medium yellow onion
diced
- 1 cup carrots
diced
- 2 ribs celery
diced
- 3 cloves garlic
minced
- ¼ cup flour
- 5 cups Chicken Broth
- 1 cups half and half
(half milk/half cream(
- 1 chicken bouillon cube
or 1 tsp. better than bouillon
- 1 ½ lbs. potatoes
see notes
- 1 ½ cups frozen vegetables
I use corn & peas
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- ½ teaspoon EACH: dried basil
oregano, mustard powder, onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon EACH: ground sage
salt, celery salt
- 1/8 teaspoon pepper
Directions
- 1
Prep Work: Measure out ingredients before beginning. (Don't cut the potatoes yet.)
- 2
Pat the chicken dry and season each side with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- 3
Turn off the heat. Add the wine and set the heat to medium. Use a silicone spatula to “clean” the bottom and sides of the pot. Let the liquid reduce by half, about 4 minutes.
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About this Recipe
Looking for a comforting, satisfying meal that’s surprisingly simple to make? This Creamy Chicken Soup recipe delivers on all fronts, bringing warmth and deep flavor to your table with minimal fuss.
What sets this Creamy Chicken Soup apart is its rich, savory broth, carefully seasoned with Italian seasoning, dried parsley, basil, oregano, and a hint of mustard powder. It’s thickened with flour and enriched with half-and-half for a velvety texture, creating a perfectly balanced dish that feels both hearty and luxurious.
Prepare for a bowl full of warmth, with tender chunks of chicken, sweet carrots, crisp celery, and aromatic garlic, all swimming in a savory, herbaceous cream base. You have the flexibility to add your choice of potatoes, rice, or pasta, making each spoonful customizable and deeply satisfying. The soup achieves a comforting, classic flavor profile, with the option of dry white wine adding a subtle layer of complexity. It's a substantial, inviting soup that promises a delightful meal.
This versatile soup welcomes customization. You can easily swap out bone-in chicken breast or thighs for boneless varieties for quicker cooking, or use your preferred mix of 1 ½ cups frozen vegetables, such as corn and peas. For the starch, choose between potatoes, rice, or pasta to suit your craving. If you prefer to omit the dry white wine, an equal amount of chicken broth can be used in its place.
Serve this hearty Creamy Chicken Soup as a stand-alone meal, perhaps with a crusty bread or a light side salad, for a complete and satisfying dinner.