Description
Creamy Chicken and Potato Soup is a rich and comforting dish made with tender chicken, soft Yukon gold potatoes, and a smooth creamy broth. This soup is balanced, hearty, and easy to prepare, making it perfect for everyday meals or make ahead cooking. The flavors develop beautifully as the soup simmers, creating a satisfying bowl that feels homemade and nourishing.
Ingredients
Olive oil for cooking
Chicken breast or thighs cut into bite sized pieces
Garlic powder for seasoning
Fine salt adjusted to taste
Black pepper for mild heat
Dried thyme for aroma
Medium onion finely diced
Large carrots peeled and chopped
Celery stalks chopped evenly
Yukon gold potatoes peeled and diced
All purpose flour or sourdough discard for thickening
Chicken broth preferably low sodium
Whole milk for creaminess
Instructions
1. Prepare all vegetables by chopping the onion carrots celery and potatoes evenly
2. Cut the chicken into small uniform pieces and set aside
3. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until warm
4. Add onion carrots and celery and cook until softened while stirring gently
5. Sprinkle in garlic powder salt black pepper and dried thyme and stir well
6. Add flour or sourdough discard and mix until vegetables are fully coated
7. Pour in a small amount of chicken broth while stirring to create a smooth base
8. Add the remaining chicken broth and milk and stir until combined
9. Add the chicken and potatoes and mix gently
10. Bring the soup to a gentle boil then lower heat to a steady simmer
11. Cook until the potatoes are tender and the chicken is fully cooked
12. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed
13. Remove from heat and allow the soup to rest briefly before serving
Notes
Cutting vegetables into similar sizes ensures even cooking and better texture
Yukon gold potatoes work best because they hold their shape and add natural creaminess
Stir frequently during simmering to prevent sticking and uneven thickening
For thicker soup mash a small portion of the potatoes directly in the pot
Use low heat when reheating to keep the creamy texture smooth
- Prep Time: fifteen minutes
- Cook Time: thirty minutes
- Category: soup
- Method: stovetop
- Cuisine: american