Hey, want to learn how to make a delicious homemade cream of chicken soup? It’s super easy and way better than the canned stuff. You can use this soup to add creamy, chicken flavor to all sorts of dishes. It’s a staple ingredient in my kitchen, and I’m sure it’ll become one in yours too!
The beauty of cream of chicken soup is in its versatility. You can use it in casseroles, gravies, or even in a creamy pork chop recipe. This soup is the secret ingredient that takes your recipes from good to great. Plus, making it at home means you know exactly what’s in it. No more mystery ingredients!
Here’s what you need to make this homemade cream of chicken soup:
- Chicken Broth: The base of your soup. Don’t replace it with vegetable or beef broth.
- Poultry Seasoning: This gives your soup a rich, chicken flavor.
- Onion and Garlic Powder: The perfect taste-enhancers.
- Salt and Pepper: Add to your liking.
- Dried Parsley and Paprika: They add color and a bit of zest.
- Milk: It’s what makes your soup creamy.
- Flour: This will thicken your soup.
Making it is super straightforward:
- Simmer: Bring your broth and seasonings to a simmer in a medium saucepan.
- Whisk: In another bowl, whisk your flour and milk until smooth.
- Thicken: Pour the milk and flour mixture into the saucepan, whisking until it starts to thicken (about 2-3 minutes).
- Season: Take it off the heat and add salt and pepper to taste.
Remember, this is your soup, so feel free to play around with the recipe. Add some veggies or chicken, or switch up the spices. The important thing is to keep whisking to avoid lumps.
You can use this soup in many ways. One batch equals one can of soup, or 1 ⅓ cups. You can use it as is, just add a bit of water or milk, or use it in recipes that need cream of chicken soup. The possibilities are endless!
If you have leftovers, you can store it in the fridge for up to a week or freeze it for up to 3 months. Just put it in an airtight container or a sealable plastic bag.
There you have it! A simple, versatile cream of chicken soup that you can whip up in no time.