Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken (shredded) 🍗
- 3 medium potatoes (peeled and diced) 🥔
- 1 small onion (chopped) 🧅
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons butter 🧈
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup milk or cream 🥛
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional) 🧀
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme (optional)
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley (for garnish)
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1:
Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat.
Step 2:
Add chopped onion and garlic. Cook for 2–3 minutes until soft and fragrant.
Step 3:
Add the diced potatoes and chicken broth. Bring to a boil.
Step 4:
Reduce heat and let it simmer for 12–15 minutes until the potatoes are tender.
Step 5:
Add the shredded chicken and mix well.
Step 6:
Pour in the milk or cream and stir.
Step 7:
Add salt, black pepper, and thyme. Let the soup cook for 5 more minutes.
Step 8:
Add cheddar cheese (optional) and stir until melted.
Step 9:
Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
🥣 Your creamy chicken potato soup is ready to enjoy!
