Print

Comforting Chicken Soup with Potatoes

Comforting chicken soup with potatoes in white bowl with parsley garnish
Print Recipe

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

This hearty chicken soup with chunks of potato delivers all the comfort of a home-cooked meal in less than an hour. Perfect one-pot meal with creamy broth and melted cheddar cheese.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp butter (20g)
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 medium carrots, chopped
  • 2–3 celery sticks, chopped
  • 2–3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/2 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary
  • 1/2 tbsp chopped fresh thyme
  • 1 lb chicken breast (450g), cut into pieces
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups milk (475ml)
  • 1 1/2 lbs potatoes, peeled and cubed (650g)
  • 4 cups chicken broth (1 liter)
  • 1 cup low-fat cheddar cheese (120g)
  • A handful of roughly chopped fresh parsley
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cut vegetables into 1/2 inch pieces. In a large pot, melt butter and olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add onions, carrots, and celery. Saute for 7-8 minutes until softened and fragrant.
  3. Stir in garlic, rosemary, and thyme. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Add chicken pieces and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-6 minutes.
  5. Sprinkle flour over chicken and vegetables, stirring to coat everything thoroughly.
  6. Slowly pour in milk, adding 1/2 cup at a time while stirring constantly to prevent lumps.
  7. Add cubed potatoes and chicken broth. Stir well, scraping up browned bits from bottom.
  8. Bring to boil, then reduce heat to low. Simmer 20-25 minutes until potatoes are tender and chicken reaches 165°F.
  9. Remove from heat and stir in grated cheddar cheese until completely melted.
  10. Stir in parsley and season with salt and pepper. Serve hot with additional parsley garnish.

Notes

  • Use Yukon Gold or red potatoes for best texture – they hold their shape well during cooking.
  • Add cheese off heat to prevent curdling. Gradually whisk in flour and milk to avoid lumps.
  • Can substitute chicken thighs for more flavor, or use rotisserie chicken added at the end.

Nutrition

Find it online: https://www.benefitiany.com/comforting-chicken-soup-with-potatoes/