Maggiano’s Creamy Chicken Potato Soup Recipe

As a classic and warming comfort food, chicken potato soup is delicious soul food. This hearty soup combines tender chicken, creamy potatoes, and healthy vegetables in a single package that is perfect for cold days or just when you’re tired of your diet.

Not only is this soup tasty, but it’s also full of nutrients. The recipe for Chicken Potato Soup is sure to make a favorite in your house, no matter whether you’re an experienced cook or just starting to try your hand at cooking.

This article provides a simple chicken potato soup recipe that can be made in under an hour along with tips and variations tailored to your tastes.

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter: For sautéing the vegetables.
• 1 pound chicken breasts (boneless and skinless): Cut into bite-sized pieces.
• 4 medium potatoes: Peeled and diced into chunks.
• 1 medium onion: Finely chopped.
• 3 garlic cloves: Minced for added flavor.
• 2 carrots: Peeled and sliced.
• 2 celery stalks: Chopped for a touch of crunch.
• 4 cups chicken broth: The base for the soup.
• 1 cup milk or cream: For a creamy texture.
• 1 teaspoon thyme (dried or fresh): For seasoning.
• 1 bay leaf: Adds depth to the flavor.
• Salt and pepper to taste: For seasoning.
• Fresh parsley: Chopped for garnish.

Instructions

Preparing the Chicken

In a large pot, heat the olive oil or butter over medium heat. Add chicken pieces and salt and pepper to taste. Cook for about 5 to 7 minutes until it is no longer pink in the center. Remove the chicken from the heat and set aside.

Braising the Vegetables

In the same pot, add a little more oil or butter as necessary. Sauté chopped onion; sauté crushed garlic cloves; sauté diced carrots and diced celery to soften / fragrant (about 5 minutes around)

Adding the Potatoes and Chicken Broth

Next, add diced potatoes to the pot. Pour in chicken broth. Sprinkle thyme and bay leaf on top. Bring mixture to a boil and then let it simmer for about 15 minutes (or less) until the potatoes are tender.

Mixing the Chicken and Potatoes in the Pot

When the potatoes are done, add the chicken back in. Don’t misuse this milk or cream of yours: Pour it into the soup, stirring well to mix everything thoroughly. Continue cooking for another five minutes so that flavors can blend and mellow down a bit.

Seasoning and Finishing the Soup

Now taste the soup and add more salt and pepper if needed. Lift out the bay leaf before serving. To brighten colors as well as flavors, sprinkle some freshly chopped parsley on top of each bowl full of steaming hot soup.

Serving the Soup

Ladle chicken potato soup into bowls with slices of crusty bread or side salads. It is rich, creamy, and substantial – a perfect lunch or dinner dish.

Tips for the Best Chicken Potato Soup

Use bone-in chicken: If you want even more flavor, use bone-in chicken thighs instead of boneless breasts. The bones will add extra richness to the broth.

Make it dairy-free: For a dairy-free version, you can substitute the milk or cream with coconut milk or almond milk.

Thicken the soup: If you prefer a thicker consistency, you can mash some of the cooked potatoes in the soup or stir in a tablespoon of flour before adding the broth.

Add more vegetables: Feel free to add your favorite veggies to the soup, like corn, peas, or spinach, to boost its nutritional value.

Slow cooker option: You can also make this soup in a slow cooker by adding all the ingredients (except the milk or cream) and cooking on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours. Stir in the milk or cream at the end and let it warm through before serving.

Variations of Chicken Potato Soup

• Cheesy Chicken Potato Soup: Stir in 1 or 2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese when the milk has been stirred into the soup, and continue to cook on low heat until all the cheese is melted and the mixture looks nice and creamy.
• Spicy Chicken Potato Soup: If you like it hot, why not throw around a hint of cayenne pepper with the other seasonings into your soup?
• Bacon and Chicken Potato Soup: You could also break some bacon into bits and scatter it over the surface of the soup at the very last minute for a deep flavor.
• Lemon Chicken Potato Soup: For a lighter more refreshing touch, you can also squeeze some lemon juice into the soup and add some zest. It gently raises the spirits and gives an acid accent.

Conclusion

This hot dish is warm, comforting, and tasty. It can be enjoyed year-round, particularly so in chill weather. With tender chicken, chunky potatoes, and fragrant veggies, it is both filling and easy to prepare.

What’s more, you can use different seasonings on the same streamline including a salt-free version to suit different tastes and levels of salt tolerance. Whether it’s at a family dinner or for lunch throughout the week, this chicken potato soup is one recipe likely to catch.