Description
Comforting chicken pot pie soup brings classic American flavors into a hearty bowl brimming with creamy goodness. Crispy cheddar crust dippers provide the perfect crunch you’ll savor with each delightful spoonful of this soul-warming meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup frozen peas
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Thickeners, Seasonings, and Topping:
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Sauté onions, carrots, and celery in olive oil over medium heat until vegetables become translucent and tender, approximately 5 minutes.
- Introduce minced garlic and cook briefly, releasing its aromatic essence.
- Dust the vegetable mixture with flour, stirring continuously to create a smooth base and eliminate raw flour taste.
- Slowly incorporate chicken broth and milk, whisking consistently to prevent lumps and create a creamy consistency.
- Allow the liquid to reach a gentle simmer, developing rich flavor and texture.
- Fold in cooked chicken and tender green peas, letting them warm through for 4-5 minutes.
- Enhance the soup with salt and pepper, adjusting seasoning to personal preference.
- Prepare the oven to 400F (200C) for creating crispy cheddar crust dippers.
- Transform puff pastry into slender, elegant strips on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Generously blanket pastry strips with sharp cheddar cheese, ensuring even coverage.
- Bake pastry strips for 15-20 minutes until achieving a golden, crisp texture with melted cheese.
- Ladle hot soup into bowls and crown with freshly baked cheddar crust dippers for a luxurious finishing touch.
Notes
- Chop vegetables uniformly to ensure even cooking and consistent texture throughout the soup.
- Adjust consistency by adding more broth if the soup becomes too thick during simmering.
- Use rotisserie chicken for a quick and flavorful protein option that saves preparation time.
- Select sharp cheddar cheese for more intense flavor in the crust dippers, enhancing the overall taste profile.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 488 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg