Homemade Cream of Chicken Soup
A comforting cream of chicken soup made from scratch, perfect for casseroles or enjoyed on its own.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat until fully liquid.
- Add the flour to the melted butter, stirring continuously for about 1-2 minutes until bubbly but not browned.
- Gradually whisk in the chicken broth, combining it with the roux. Slowly add the milk, whisking to prevent lumps.
- Keep stirring until the mixture thickens, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the garlic powder, onion powder, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Fold in the shredded chicken and mix well.
- Serve hot or cool before storing in the fridge or freezer.
Notes
For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend. Consider adding fresh herbs for extra flavor.