Description
This creamy and hearty chicken pot pie soup is easy to make and perfect for cozy nights. Full of tender chicken, vegetables, and seasoned broth, it captures all the flavors of a classic chicken pot pie in a soup form. Whether made in the Instant Pot, Crockpot, or stovetop, this comforting soup will warm you up and leave you craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Soup:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 2 larger breasts)
- 1 cup celery, diced
- 1 cup carrots, cut into 1/4 inch thick small circles
- 1 cup onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 tablespoon garlic, finely minced
- 2 cups Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 cup Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into quarters (to remove later)
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon dried parsley
- 3 cups chicken broth (or bone broth, low sodium)
- 1/4 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (for garnish)
- 1/2 cup milk of choice (almond milk, whole milk, etc.)
Instructions
Instant Pot Instructions:
- Sear the Chicken:
Set Instant Pot to sauté function. Add olive oil and sear the chicken breasts on each side for about 2 minutes. Remove and set aside. - Sauté Vegetables:
Add the diced celery, carrots, onion, garlic, salt, pepper, parsley, basil, and rosemary. Sauté for 2 minutes until vegetables are slightly translucent. - Add Potatoes and Chicken:
Stir in the small cut potatoes. Lay the chicken breasts on top and place large potato quarters on top of the chicken. Pour in chicken broth. - Pressure Cook:
Close the Instant Pot lid and set it to High Pressure for 9 minutes. Once done, allow a 5-minute natural release, then manually release the remaining pressure. - Blend and Shred:
Remove large potato pieces and chicken. Place large potato quarters, milk, and 1/2 cup of broth into a blender and blend until smooth. Add the mixture back into the pot. - Shred Chicken:
Shred the chicken and return it to the pot. Stir everything together, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve.
Crockpot Instructions:
- Sauté Vegetables:
Heat olive oil in a pan on the stove. Add celery, carrots, onion, garlic, salt, pepper, parsley, basil, and rosemary. Sauté for 2 minutes or until vegetables soften slightly (optional but recommended). - Layer in Crockpot:
Layer raw chicken, cooked vegetables, and small potatoes in the crockpot. Add chicken broth and set to low for 6 hours. - Blend and Shred:
After cooking, remove large potato pieces and chicken. Blend the large potatoes, milk, and 1/2 cup of broth until smooth. Add it back to the crockpot. - Shred Chicken:
Shred the chicken and return it to the pot. Stir everything together, garnish with parsley, and serve.
Stovetop Instructions:
- Sauté Vegetables:
Heat olive oil in a large pot. Add celery, carrots, onion, garlic, salt, pepper, parsley, basil, and rosemary. Sauté for 2 minutes. - Cook the Soup:
Add raw chicken, potatoes, and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. - Blend and Shred:
Remove large potato pieces and chicken. Blend the large potatoes, milk, and 1/2 cup of broth until smooth. Return the mixture to the pot. - Shred Chicken:
Shred the chicken, return it to the pot, stir everything together, garnish with parsley, and serve.
Notes
- Make it creamy: Add extra milk or a splash of heavy cream for an even creamier texture.
- Frozen chicken: You can use frozen chicken breasts if you’re in a rush. Just cook the Instant Pot for 12 minutes instead of 9.
- Make ahead: This soup stores well in the fridge for up to 4 days and can also be frozen for up to 3 months.
- Customize: Feel free to add other vegetables like peas, corn, or green beans for extra flavor.
- Dairy-Free: Use almond milk or any other dairy-free milk for a dairy-free option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (assuming 8 servings)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 55mg