Description
Classic cream of chicken soup delivers comfort in a single pot of pure deliciousness. Silky broth, tender chicken, and aromatic herbs combine to create a satisfying meal you’ll crave on chilly evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein and Liquid Base:
- 3/4 cup (180 ml) low-sodium chicken stock
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) fresh whole milk
Seasoning Blend:
- 1/4 teaspoon dried poultry seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon dried onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon dried garlic powder
- 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
- 1 small pinch sweet paprika
Thickening Agent:
- 1/4 cup (30 grams) all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Pour chicken broth into a medium saucepan, incorporating all selected seasonings and herbs, then activate heat to medium-high until liquid reaches a gentle simmer.
- In a separate mixing bowl, whisk milk and flour together vigorously until achieving a completely smooth, lump-free consistency.
- Gradually stream the milk-flour mixture into the simmering broth, maintaining constant circular stirring to prevent potential clumping or sticking.
- Continue stirring the liquid continuously for 2-3 minutes, monitoring thickness and texture until the soup transforms into a creamy, velvety consistency.
- Taste the soup and adjust seasoning profile by introducing additional salt and ground pepper as needed to enhance overall flavor depth.
Notes
- Customize the thickness by adjusting flour quantity; less flour creates a lighter soup, more creates a heartier consistency.
- Use whole milk for richer flavor, or swap with low-fat milk for a lighter version that’s diet-friendly.
- Enhance protein content by adding shredded cooked chicken directly into the soup after thickening for a complete meal.
- Prevent lumps by whisking milk and flour mixture thoroughly and pouring slowly while stirring continuously during the cooking process.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 4 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg