Description
A warm and comforting dish that combines the classic flavors of chicken pot pie in a delicious soup form, perfect for chilly evenings.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 pie crust, cut into strips (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion, diced carrots, and diced celery. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Pour in the chicken broth and add the shredded chicken, frozen peas, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 15 minutes.
- Stir in the heavy cream and heat it through.
- Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with pie crust strips if desired.
Notes
Serve hot with crusty bread or a side salad. Enhance flavor with herbs like rosemary or parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American