Description
A rich and comforting chicken cream cheese soup with tender shredded chicken, a smooth creamy broth, and simple seasonings that come together into a cozy, satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound cooked shredded chicken
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
Instructions
- Heat a large soup pot over medium heat.
- Add the butter and olive oil and let the butter melt gently.
- Add the chopped onion and cook until soft and translucent.
- Stir in the garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth and add the shredded chicken, stirring to combine.
- Lower the heat and add the softened cream cheese in chunks, stirring until fully melted and smooth.
- Season with salt, black pepper, and dried parsley.
- Simmer gently for a few minutes, stirring often.
- Ladle into bowls and serve warm.
Notes
- Soften the cream cheese before adding to ensure a smooth texture.
- Stir frequently once the cream cheese is added.
- Add extra broth if the soup becomes too thick.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 820 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
Keywords: chicken cream cheese soup, creamy chicken soup, easy chicken soup, comfort food soup