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Chicken Soup with Potatoes

Comforting Chicken Soup with Potatoes for Cozy Nights

A warm and delightful Chicken Soup with Potatoes that evokes nostalgia and comfort on chilly nights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 1 pound chicken breast chopped into pieces
  • 2 cups Yukon Gold potatoes diced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for cooking
  • 2 tablespoons butter for cooking
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 2 medium carrots diced
  • 2 stalks celery diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
For Thickening and Creaminess
  • 3 tablespoons flour
  • 4 cups milk low-fat is preferred
  • 1 cup low-fat cheddar cheese added off the heat
For Seasoning
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
  • a handful fresh parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Melt butter and olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onion, carrots, and celery for 7-8 minutes until softened.
  2. Add minced garlic, dried rosemary, and dried thyme. Sauté for an additional 1-2 minutes.
  3. Stir in chopped chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned on all sides.
  4. Sprinkle in flour, stirring well to coat. Cook for 1 minute to absorb moisture.
  5. Gradually pour in milk while stirring to avoid lumps. Add chicken stock and bring to a gentle boil.
  6. Add diced potatoes, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 20-25 minutes until potatoes are fork-tender.
  7. Remove from heat, stir in cheddar cheese until fully melted and smooth.
  8. Add salt, pepper, and parsley to taste. Serve hot, garnished with additional parsley if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 720mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, sauté the mirepoix slowly for deeper flavors. Shred chicken carefully after cooking to retain moisture. Uniform potato sizes ensure consistent cooking. Add cheese off the heat to keep it smooth. Experiment with fresh herbs for customization.

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