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    Chicken Pot Pie Soup

    Published: Mar 28, 2023 / Updated: Mar 28, 2023 / 6 Comments

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    This chicken pot pie soup recipe has all the cozy vibes of the classic dish but without the effort of making crust! It's ready in just 40 minutes and made from scratch.

    Try my Easy Baked Potato Soup next, or make my popular Shepherd's Pie for another family favorite.

    a bowl of chicken pot pie soup with a spoon

    Why you'll love it

    Obviously, the best part of chicken pot pie is the filling, and our kitchen did our best to evoke all those comforting, homestyle flavors in the rich broth of this homemade chicken pot pie soup! There's no cream of chicken soup here, and you'll much prefer it this way.

    True to S&L form, we're using time-saving, readily available ingredients like rotisserie chicken, Italian seasoning, and frozen veggies but accomplish so much flavor in this creamy chicken pot pie soup. From scratch, yet easy peasy. This kid-friendly soup is soul warming and very hearty.

    What you'll need

    • Butter - for sautéing
    • Onion, celery, and garlic - tasty aromatics for the base of the soup
    • Flour - to thicken it up
    • Chicken broth - the savory foundation of the soup. To make the 4 cups, use a 32 oz container.
    • Heavy cream - we're using the perfect amount to get that luxurious chicken pot pie taste
    • Potatoes - I chose Russets (also sometimes labeled as baking potatoes) for their fall-apart texture
    • Vegetables - frozen mixed veggies are convenient, already chopped, and nutritious
    • Italian seasoning - I always keep a jar of this potent dried herb blend in my pantry!
    • Chicken - I used a rotisserie chicken, but any cooked chicken will do such as my Baked Chicken Breast.
    ingredients for chicken pot pie soup in prep bowls on a counter

    Pro tip

    • Frozen mixed vegetables are packaged at peak ripeness and come conveniently chopped. You can find them in the frozen foods section of grocery stores. Most come with carrots, peas, corn, and green beans. There's no need to thaw them first!

    How to make chicken pot pie soup

    This is an overview with step-by-step photos. Full ingredients & instructions are in the recipe card below.

    sauteing onions and celery in a soup pot and adding flour

    In a soup pot, sauté the onion and celery in the butter until softened. Stir in the garlic and the flour, cooking through until the raw flavor no longer remains.

    adding in broth and seasonings to a pot of chicken pot pie soup

    Whisk in the broth until the flour dissolves. Add in the potatoes, veggies, and Italian seasoning. Let it almost boil, then simmer for about 15 minutes, stirring every so often.

    adding chicken to a pot of soup

    Stir in the chicken, and warm through until the potatoes are tender. Give it a taste, season with salt & pepper as necessary, and enjoy.

    Tools for this recipe

    Check out Natasha's favorite kitchen essentials, gadgets, and cookware!

    • I use a Dutch oven for all my soups and stews, but a large soup pot works too.
    • A garlic press is very handy to mince the garlic with one squeeze, no peeling of the cloves involved.
    • A set of measuring cups helps prep go smoother.
    • I recommend this ladle for not spilling soup all over the place. It's just a really great ladle.

    Substitutions and variations

    • Don't sub the cream. We have tested extensively to get the right thickness, texture, and so that it doesn't curdle! A cup spread across 6 serving really isn't a lot.
    • You could substitute the Russets for Yukon Gold or red potatoes if you wish, but I do like the way Russets fall apart in soups.
    • I like to add a pinch of cayenne pepper to creamy soups to give them an extra little something-something without making them spicy. It would be worth trying in this one.
    a ladle of chicken pot pie soup

    What to serve with this recipe

    • Serve it as-is or with Homemade Biscuits if you want more of the full chicken pot pie experience, or take a shortcut and bake up some store-bought biscuits such as Pillsbury. Oyster crackers work as well.
    • A salad would be a lovely complement to this soup. Make an Easy Caesar Salad with Garlic Bread to go all out, or try some spring mix with my Homemade Italian Dressing for something a little lighter.

    Leftovers and storage

    • Store leftover chicken pot pie soup for up to 3-4 days in the fridge in airtight container.
    • Reheat over a low heat and fairly slowly. If the soup becomes too thick, add a splash more chicken broth to thin it out a little.
    • You can definitely freeze it for up to 3 months, but the texture may change a bit due to the dairy. The potatoes will also soften up more.

    More easy family recipes

    • Easy One Pot Chicken and Noodles
    • One Pot Cheeseburger Macaroni
    • Easy Chicken Noodle Casserole
    • Sloppy Joe Casserole
    • Baked Chicken Spaghetti (with Rotel)
    chicken pot pie soup in a bowl next to biscuits

    I hope you like this irresistible chicken pot pie soup as much as my family does! Leave me a star rating and review below so other readers can know your thoughts. You can also tag me #saltandlavender on Instagram.

    a bowl of chicken pot pie soup with a spoon

    Chicken Pot Pie Soup

    This chicken pot pie soup recipe has all the cozy vibes of the classic dish but without the effort of making crust! It's ready in just 40 minutes and made from scratch.
    5 from 2 votes
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    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time 30 minutes mins
    Total Time 40 minutes mins
    Course Soup
    Cuisine American
    Servings 6
    Calories 424 kcal
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    Ingredients
     

    • 1/4 cup butter
    • 1/2 medium onion chopped
    • 2 sticks celery chopped
    • 3 cloves garlic minced
    • 6 tablespoons flour
    • 4 cups chicken broth
    • 1 cup heavy/whipping cream
    • 1 pound Russet potatoes peeled & diced
    • 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables
    • 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
    • 2 cups cooked chicken (I used rotisserie) shredded
    • Salt & pepper to taste
    • Biscuits optional, for serving

    Instructions
     

    • Melt the butter in a soup pot over medium heat, then add in the onion and celery. Sauté for 5 minutes.
    • Stir in the garlic and flour and cook, stirring often, for another 1-2 minutes to cook the raw flour taste out.
    • Whisk in the chicken broth until the flour has dissolved.
    • Add in the cream, potatoes, frozen mixed vegetables, and Italian seasoning. When the soup is almost boiling, reduce the heat and cover the pot with the lid slightly open. Let the soup simmer for 15 minutes (it should be simmering fairly gently). Stir the soup occasionally during this time to ensure nothing is sticking to the bottom of the pot.
    • Stir in the chicken. Cook for another 5 minutes or until the potatoes are soft. This is a fairly thick soup, so if you want to thin it out, simply add a splash more chicken broth.
    • Season with salt & pepper as needed (I am generous with both) and serve.

    Notes

    • Nutritional information is provided as a courtesy only and should be construed as an estimate rather than a guarantee. Ingredients can vary and Salt & Lavender makes no guarantees to the accuracy of this information.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 424kcalCarbohydrates: 31gProtein: 19gFat: 26gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 103mgSodium: 732mgPotassium: 683mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 3986IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 79mgIron: 2mg
    Keyword chicken pot pie soup
    Author Natasha Bull
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    1. Brittany S says

      April 29, 2023 at 8:23 PM

      5 stars
      Great dish - everyone went in for seconds! Followed recipe & went generous with salt/pepper! Crumbled up biscuits then poured soup over. Will definitely make again!

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      • Natasha says

        April 30, 2023 at 9:57 AM

        Wonderful!! 🙂 I'm so glad it was a hit. Thanks so much for your 5-star review!

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    2. AngelaML says

      April 14, 2023 at 6:43 PM

      5 stars
      I made this tonight - I love all of your soups! I added some baby spinach because I had some left over from another dish made this week. The supermarket didn't have the small sized bag so I got the larger one. I loved it and will be including it in the future when I make it again. More veggies always a plus for me.

      I used a bag of baby yukon gold potatoes and cut them very small. It still took a lot longer than your timing called for for them to be cooked. I used rotisserie chicken and the frozen veggies (I thawed first as I wasn't sure). As always, I added more garlic and Italian seasoning (just personal preference).

      Very easy and delicious recipe, very tasty - I just need to adjust the timing. Will definitely be making again!

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      • Natasha says

        April 15, 2023 at 10:35 AM

        So glad you liked it, Angela!! 😀 Yeah, newer yellow potatoes typically take longer to soften than larger Russets. Thanks for your review as always!

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      • AngelaML says

        April 15, 2023 at 7:05 PM

        I actually think I will take a play from one of your other recipes and will par-boil the potatoes for 10 mins while doing the onions and celery next time. That will hopefully cut down on the cook time.

        Sending 2 servings to my MIL - again, it was really good!

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        • Natasha says

          April 16, 2023 at 10:02 AM

          You could do that for sure, but keep in mind I specifically use Russets for soup most of the time as they do tend to cook faster and get that fall-apart texture faster vs. new potatoes or waxier varieties like red potatoes. That's so nice of you to give some to your MIL 😀

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