Description
Creamy Chicken Potato Soup is a hearty and comforting one-pot meal made with tender chicken, Yukon Gold potatoes, and a flavorful creamy broth. It’s the perfect cozy dinner for cold nights, packed with protein, veggies, and rich flavor — all without using heavy cream. Easy to make, freezer-friendly, and loved by the whole family!
Ingredients
2 tbsp unsalted butter
1 medium yellow onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
3 cups whole milk (or plant-based milk)
4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1.5 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and diced
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
1 1/2 tsp kosher salt (adjust to taste)
1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
1 bay leaf
2 sprigs fresh thyme (or 1/2 tsp dried thyme)
Instructions
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Sauté Aromatics: In a large Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
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Thicken the Base: Sprinkle flour over the onion and garlic. Stir constantly for 1 minute to cook off the raw flour taste.
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Add Liquids: Slowly whisk in the milk and chicken broth until smooth and no lumps remain.
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Add Main Ingredients: Stir in diced potatoes, chicken breasts or thighs, salt, pepper, bay leaf, and thyme. Bring to a gentle boil.
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Simmer: Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20–25 minutes, or until potatoes are tender and chicken is cooked through.
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Shred Chicken: Remove chicken from the pot, shred using two forks, and return it to the soup.
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Final Simmer & Serve: Simmer the soup uncovered for 5–10 more minutes to thicken. Adjust salt and pepper to taste. Remove thyme sprigs and bay leaf. Serve hot with crusty bread or a green salad.
Notes
Faster Option: Use rotisserie chicken and add it during the last 5–10 minutes.
Add Veggies: Stir in carrots, celery, corn, or spinach for extra nutrition.
Dairy-Free: Use almond milk or oat milk and olive oil instead of butter.
Gluten-Free: Substitute flour with a gluten-free flour blend or cornstarch slurry.
Richer Flavor: Add a splash of half-and-half or a parmesan rind while simmering.
Smoky Twist: Stir in 1/2 tsp smoked paprika for depth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40–50 minutes
- Category: Soup, Comfort Food
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
