Description
This Creamy Chicken Bacon Soup envelops your senses with its rich, velvety texture and a delightful medley of flavors. The smoky essence of crispy bacon harmonizes beautifully with tender chicken and fresh vegetables, creating a comforting bowl that warms the soul.
Ingredients
Scale
- Protein:
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 6 slices bacon, chopped
- Vegetables:
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 cup frozen peas
- Liquids:
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Thickening Agent:
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
Instructions
- In a large pot, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside, leaving the drippings in the pot.
- Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery to the pot and sauté for 5 minutes until softened.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
- Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and stir to combine, cooking for 2 minutes to eliminate the raw flour taste.
- Gradually whisk in the chicken broth, ensuring there are no lumps, and bring to a simmer.
- Add the shredded chicken, thyme, salt, and pepper, and let simmer for 10 minutes.
- Stir in the heavy cream and frozen peas, cooking for another 5 minutes until heated through.
- Top with crispy bacon before serving and enjoy!
Notes
- This soup can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- To freeze, allow the soup to cool completely, then transfer to an airtight container and freeze for up to 3 months.
- For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream.
- For a gluten-free option, use cornstarch instead of flour to thicken the soup.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: soup
- Method: sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 25 grams
- Saturated Fat: 10 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 15 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 20 grams
- Cholesterol: 70 milligrams
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