Description
Crack Chicken Soup is the ultimate comfort food, combining tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and a creamy broth that warms your soul. Perfect for chilly nights or family gatherings, this one-pot wonder is both easy to make and deliciously satisfying. With its rich flavors and cozy texture, it’s no wonder this soup becomes a staple in your kitchen. Gather your loved ones and enjoy a bowl of happiness that will have everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 large onion, diced
- 2 medium carrots, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients on your countertop.
- In a large pot over medium heat, drizzle olive oil and sauté diced onions until translucent (about 4 minutes).
- Add chicken breasts, chopped carrots, and celery; pour in enough chicken broth to cover.
- Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 20-25 minutes.
- Shred cooked chicken with forks and return to the pot.
- Stir in softened cream cheese until melted.
- Add lemon juice, thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper; simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Serve hot with optional garnishes like fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 85mg