Comforting Chicken Soup with Potatoes
A hearty and warming chicken soup loaded with potatoes, herbs, and cheese, perfect for cozy days.
Ingredients
oil and butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter ((20 g))
vegetables
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 medium carrots, chopped
- 2 to 3 celery sticks celery, chopped
- 2 to 3 cloves garlic, minced
herbs
- 0.5 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
- 0.5 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
protein
- 1 pound chicken breast (450 g)
thickening agent
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
liquids
- 2 cups milk (475 ml)
potatoes
- 1.5 pounds potatoes, peeled and cubed (650 g)
broth
- 4 cups chicken broth (1 liter)
cheese
- 1 cup low-fat cheddar cheese (120 g)
herbs for garnish
- a handful roughly chopped fresh parsley
- to taste salt and freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Heat olive oil and butter in a large pot over medium heat.
- Sauté chopped onion, carrots, celery, and garlic until tender.
- Add chopped chicken and herbs; cook until chicken is cooked through.
- Stir in flour, then gradually add milk and chicken broth, bringing to a boil.
- Add potatoes, reduce heat, and simmer until potatoes are tender. Stir in cheese and parsley, season with salt and pepper, and serve hot.
Notes
For a creamier texture, blend a portion of the soup before serving.