Pioneer Woman Homemade Cream of Chicken Soup Recipe
The Pioneer Woman Homemade Cream of Chicken Soup Recipe is rich, creamy and full of flavor. This homemade version tastes much better than canned soup.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups chicken broth
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup cooked chicken shredded
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder optional
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder optional
Instructions
Melt Butter
- Place a medium saucepan on the stove over medium heat. Add butter. Let it melt completely. This will be the base for the creamy soup.
Make a Roux
- Add flour to the melted butter. Whisk continuously for 1–2 minutes. This creates a smooth roux, which thickens the soup without lumps.
Add Chicken Broth
- Slowly pour chicken broth into the roux. Whisk constantly to prevent lumps. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer for 3–4 minutes.
Add Milk
- Pour in the milk slowly. Continue whisking. The soup will become creamy and smooth. Simmer for 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
Season the Soup
- Add salt, black pepper, garlic powder and onion powder. Stir well. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. This enhances the natural chicken flavor.
Add Cooked Chicken
- Add shredded cooked chicken into the saucepan. Stir to combine. Simmer for another 5 minutes so the flavors mix well.
Check Consistency
- If the soup is too thick, add a little more milk or chicken broth. Stir well to achieve the desired creamy texture.
Serve or Use
- The soup is ready to serve immediately or use in casseroles. It can also be cooled and stored for later meals.
Notes
- Use freshly cooked chicken for the best flavor.
- Whisk constantly when adding milk to prevent lumps.
- Adjust seasoning to taste for a richer flavor.
- Use whole milk for creamier soup, or substitute with ½ and ½.
- This soup works perfectly as a base for casseroles.
- Store leftover soup in an airtight container in the fridge.