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Hearty Chicken and Potato Soup Recipe

Hearty Chicken and Potato Soup Recipe


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4.8 from 29 reviews

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 7 1x

Description

Hearty chicken and potato soup delivers comfort in a bowl with rich, luxurious flavors. Potatoes meld perfectly with tender chicken, creating a satisfying meal packed with warmth and nourishment you’ll savor to the last spoonful.


Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ lbs (680 grams) chicken breast, cooked and diced
  • 1 lb (454 grams) bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 3 russet potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 4 cups (960 milliliters) chicken broth
  • 1 cup (240 milliliters) heavy cream
  • ½ cup (60 grams) all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup (75 grams) carrots, diced
  • ½ cup (75 grams) celery, diced
  • ¼ cup (57 grams) unsalted butter
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 5 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 chicken bouillon cube
  • ½ tsp thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Bacon Rendering: Sizzle bacon in a spacious pot until golden and crisp, then transfer to a paper towel-lined plate, reserving the flavorful drippings for the next phase of cooking.
  2. Vegetable Sauté: Melt butter in the bacon fat, introducing diced onions, celery, and carrots. Sauté until vegetables soften and release their aromatic essence, creating a flavor-packed foundation.
  3. Roux Creation: Sprinkle flour over the vegetables, stirring vigorously to craft a smooth thickening agent that will provide luxurious body to the soup’s texture.
  4. Liquid Integration: Slowly pour chicken broth into the pot, whisking continuously to eliminate potential lumps and establish a silky, uniform base. Add seasonings and diced potatoes, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer.
  5. Potato and Protein Incorporation: Allow potatoes to tenderize and absorb the robust flavors, then gently fold in cooked chicken and heavy cream. Simmer the mixture, allowing ingredients to meld and create a harmonious, creamy consistency.
  6. Final Refinement: Adjust seasoning to taste, ensuring a perfectly balanced flavor profile. Garnish with reserved bacon crumbles, fresh chives, or a sprinkle of shredded cheese before serving in warm bowls.

Notes

  • Bacon Preparation: Crisp bacon completely before removing to ensure maximum flavor and perfect texture for topping.
  • Fat Preservation: Retain bacon drippings as a crucial flavor base for building depth in the soup’s foundation.
  • Roux Technique: Whisk flour meticulously to prevent lumps and create a smooth, rich thickening agent for the soup.
  • Cream Caution: Add heavy cream at the end of cooking to prevent curdling and maintain a silky, luxurious consistency.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Lunch, Dinner
  • Method: Simmering
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 7
  • Calories: 550
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 800 mg
  • Fat: 38 g
  • Saturated Fat: 23 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 34 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 24 g
  • Cholesterol: 120 mg