Cozy Homemade Chicken Potato Soup
Cozy Homemade Chicken Potato Soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly days or as a nourishing meal any time of year. This hearty soup combines tender chicken, creamy potatoes, and a medley of vegetables, resulting in a rich and satisfying dish.
Equipment
- Large Pot or Dutch Oven
- Cutting Board
- Knife
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breast Diced into bite-sized pieces.
- 2 medium Potatoes Yukon Gold or Russet, peeled and cubed.
- 2 medium Carrots Peeled and diced.
- 1 stalk Celery Diced.
- 1 medium Onion Diced.
- 3 cloves Garlic Minced.
- 4 cups Chicken Broth Low-sodium recommended.
- 1 cup Milk or Heavy Cream Optional for creaminess.
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For sautéing.
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black Pepper
- 1 tablespoon Fresh Herbs Chopped parsley or thyme for garnish.
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients: dice chicken, peel and cube potatoes, dice carrots, celery, onion, and mince garlic.
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- Add diced carrots and celery, sauté for another 5 minutes.
- Incorporate diced chicken, cooking for 5-7 minutes until no longer pink.
- Add cubed potatoes and chicken broth, stir to combine.
- Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes.
- Stir in milk or cream and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Let the soup rest for a few minutes before serving, garnished with fresh herbs.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days. Reheat gently on the stove.