Description
Chicken Potato Soup is a warm and comforting American soup featuring tender shredded chicken, hearty diced potatoes, and a medley of vegetables simmered to perfection in a flavorful chicken broth, finished with a touch of milk and butter for creamy richness.
Ingredients
Soup Base
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1 carrot, diced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 3 cups potatoes, peeled and diced
Liquids and Seasonings
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the base: Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat, then add the chopped onion, diced carrot, and chopped celery. Cook until the vegetables are softened and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
- Add potatoes and broth: Stir in the peeled and diced potatoes followed by the chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Simmer until tender: Reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and cooked through.
- Add chicken and seasonings: Stir in the shredded cooked chicken, milk, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine.
- Final simmer: Allow the soup to simmer gently for another 5 minutes to blend the flavors and heat through all ingredients.
- Serve: Ladle the warm soup into bowls and enjoy as is, or garnish with shredded cheese or crispy bacon bits for extra flavor.
Notes
- The soup can be topped with shredded cheese or bacon bits to enhance the flavor and texture.
- Using cooked chicken from a rotisserie or leftover chicken works well for convenience.
- For a thicker soup, mash some of the potatoes in the pot before adding chicken and milk.
- Adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if desired before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
