Cream of Chicken Soup for the Heart and Soul Recipe

Name: Cream of Chicken Soup for the Heart and Soul
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts; 2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules; 1 cup grated raw potato; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1 medium sweet onion, finely chopped; 1 cup celery, finely chopped; 2 medium zucchini, thinly sliced; 1 cup carrot, finely chopped; 2 tablespoons chopped parsley; ½ teaspoon ground thyme; ½ teaspoon dried basil leaves; ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper; 1 cup sliced mushrooms; 2 cups nonfat milk; 2 tablespoons cornstarch; 3 tablespoons cold water

Servings: persons

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules
1 cup grated raw potato
1 garlic clove, minced
1 medium sweet onion, finely chopped
1 cup celery, finely chopped
2 medium zucchini, thinly sliced
1 cup carrot, finely chopped
2 tablespoons chopped parsley
½ teaspoon ground thyme
½ teaspoon dried basil leaves
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 cup sliced mushrooms
2 cups nonfat milk
2 tablespoons cornstarch
3 tablespoons cold water

1
In a large pot with water to cover, poach chicken breasts until done; 10-15 minutes.
2
Cool and cut into bite sized pieces.
3
Reserve broth and add water to equal 1 1/2 quarts.
4
(6 cups) Add chicken bouillon granules and simmer until dissolved.
5
In a smaller pan, mix 2 cups of the stock with grated potato.
6
Simmer 15 minutes, stirring frequently, until potato is tender and stock in thickened.
7
Pour into a blender and puree until smooth.
8
Add potato puree back to reserved chicken stock.
9
Stir into the now thickened stock, the garlic, onion, celery, zucchini, carrots, parsley, thyme, basil, pepper and mushrooms.
10
Cover and simmer until vegetables are tender.
11
Stir in milk.
12
Do not let mixture boil.
13
Stir cornstarch into cold water.
14
Add to stock and stir quickly.
15
Add back chicken pieces and cook, stirring constantly, until bubbly and thickened; about 5 minutes.
16
Enjoy!

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, 2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules, 1 cup grated raw potato, 1 garlic clove, minced, and more.

Yes, Cream of Chicken Soup for the Heart and Soul falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Cream of Chicken Soup for the Heart and Soul

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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