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Comforting Chicken and Potato Soup

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A bowl of warm, soothing chicken and potato soup made with tender chicken, soft potatoes, and gentle herbs. Perfect for any time of year.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 carrots, sliced
  • 2 celery stalks, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 lb (450 g) potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1 lb cooked chicken, shredded or diced
  • 6 cups chicken stock
  • 1 bay leaf (optional)
  • 1 tsp dried thyme or 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for serving
  • Juice of half a lemon (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat oil or butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, carrot, and celery. Cook 6–8 minutes until softened.
  2. Stir in garlic and thyme. Cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Add cubed potatoes and pour in chicken stock. Add bay leaf. Bring to a simmer.
  4. Cover and simmer 12–15 minutes, until potatoes are tender.
  5. Add cooked chicken. Heat through 5–7 minutes. Taste and salt and pepper as needed.
  6. Finish with parsley and a squeeze of lemon if using. Serve hot.

Notes

Let the soup cool to room temperature before refrigerating. Store in airtight containers for up to 4 days or freeze portions for up to 3 months. Reheat gently to maintain flavor.

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