Description
Creamy Chicken and Vegetable Soup
Ingredients
1 lb shredded cooked chicken (rotisserie chicken works great!)
2 tbsp olive oil
1 medium onion, diced
2 celery stalks, diced
1 red bell pepper, diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
4 cups chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup diced tomatoes (canned or fresh)
1 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp dried thyme
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Salt and black pepper to taste
Directions
Sauté veggies: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, celery, bell pepper, and garlic. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
Add spices: Stir in smoked paprika, thyme, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 1 minute to bloom the spices.
Add liquids: Pour in chicken broth and diced tomatoes. Bring to a simmer.
Add chicken: Stir in shredded chicken and let simmer for 10 minutes to combine flavors.
Finish with cream: Reduce heat to low and stir in heavy cream. Simmer gently for 5 minutes.
Season and serve: Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Ladle into bowls and enjoy warm!
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 320 kcal per serving
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