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Creamy Chicken Soup with Cheesy Croutons

Creamy Chicken Soup with Cheesy Croutons for Cozy Nights

This Creamy Chicken Soup with Cheesy Croutons is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for cozy family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Comfort Food
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 4 cups Chicken Stock homemade or store-bought
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream or half-and-half for lighter options
  • 2 tablespoons Flour or cornstarch for gluten-free
  • 2 cups Vegetables (Carrots, Celery, Onion) fresh or frozen
  • 2 cups Cooked Chicken rotisserie chicken works well
For the Cheesy Croutons
  • 4 slices Bread rustic loaf recommended
  • 1 cup Cheese your favorite melting cheese

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Baking sheet
  • whisk

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Sauté the Vegetables: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped carrots, celery, and onion, sauté for about 5 minutes.
  2. Add Chicken Stock: Pour in 4 cups of chicken stock and bring to a gentle simmer for about 5 minutes.
  3. Incorporate Cream and Thickener: Whisk in 1 cup of heavy cream and 2 tablespoons of flour. Stir continuously for 10-15 minutes until thickened.
  4. Add the Chicken: Stir in cooked chicken and let it simmer for another 5 minutes.
  5. Prepare the Cheesy Croutons: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Cube bread, sprinkle with cheese, and bake for 10-12 minutes until crispy.
  6. Serve and Garnish: Ladle soup into bowls and top with cheesy croutons. Optional: garnish with herbs or pepper.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For optimal texture, don’t rush the sautéing process and avoid boiling the soup vigorously after adding chicken.

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