Southern Chicken Pot Pie Soup

Introduction

Southern Chicken Pot Pie Soup takes everything you love about classic chicken pot pie
and turns it into a warm, comforting bowl of goodness. Creamy, hearty, and filled with
tender chicken and vegetables, this soup delivers rich Southern flavor without the need
for a crust.

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 small onion, diced
• 2 carrots, sliced
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
• 1 cup potatoes, diced (or frozen diced potatoes)
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 1 cup whole milk or half-and-half
• ½ cup heavy cream (optional)
• 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• ½ teaspoon poultry seasoning
• ½ teaspoon dried thyme
• ¼ teaspoon paprika
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

1. Melt butter and olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery and cook until softened.
2. Stir in garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. Sprinkle flour over the vegetables and stir constantly for 1–2 minutes.
4. Slowly pour in chicken broth, stirring to avoid lumps. Bring to a gentle simmer.
5. Add chicken and potatoes. Simmer until potatoes are tender, about 12–15 minutes.
6. Reduce heat and stir in milk, cream, peas, salt, pepper, poultry seasoning, thyme, and paprika.
7. Simmer gently for 5–8 minutes until thick and creamy. Adjust seasoning if needed.
8. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Description

This Southern Chicken Pot Pie Soup is thick, creamy, and packed with comforting flavors.
Each spoonful delivers tender chicken, soft vegetables, and savory herbs reminiscent of
a classic homemade pot pie.

Tips

• Use rotisserie chicken for quick preparation.
• For a thicker soup, simmer uncovered a few extra minutes.
• Thin the soup with extra broth or milk if desired.
• Serve with biscuits or cornbread for a true Southern meal.

Correction

• Too thick: Add more broth or milk gradually.
• Too thin: Stir in a flour slurry (1 tablespoon flour + 2 tablespoons milk).
• No potatoes: Substitute egg noodles or dumplings.
• Dairy-free: Use unsweetened almond milk and skip the cream.