A rich, creamy soup that feels indulgent and cozy, filled with tender chicken and vegetables in a silky, comforting broth.
Prep & Cook Time
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 40 min
Total: 55 min
Ingredients
1 lb boneless chicken breast, diced
2 tbsp butter
1 tbsp olive oil
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 carrots, diced
2 celery stalks, diced
4 cups chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup cream cheese
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp dried thyme
Instructions
Heat the butter and olive oil in a large pot over medium heat, then add the onion, carrots, and celery and cook until softened and fragrant.
Add the garlic and diced chicken, stirring gently until the chicken turns opaque on the outside.
Pour in the chicken broth and season with salt, pepper, and thyme, then bring to a gentle simmer and cook until the chicken is fully tender.
Lower the heat and stir in the cream cheese until fully melted and smooth, creating a rich and velvety base.
Finish by adding the heavy cream and simmer briefly until the soup thickens slightly and becomes silky.
Nutrition Facts (approx)
Calories: 560 | Protein: 34g | Carbs: 14g | Fat: 42g
Quick Facts
• one-pot
• cold weather comfort
• family approved
• budget friendly
• freezer friendly
Tips
Soften the cream cheese before adding it so it melts smoothly without lumps.
Keep the heat low once dairy is added to prevent curdling.
Taste at the end and adjust seasoning, as the richness can mellow salt levels.
Variations
Add cooked bacon pieces at the end for a smoky note and extra depth without overpowering the creamy base.
Stir in a handful of cooked rice or small pasta to turn the soup into a more filling one-bowl meal.
Replace the chicken with shredded rotisserie chicken to save prep time while keeping full flavor. For another take on creamy chicken comfort food, check out this creamy garlic chicken recipe that delivers a similar rich feel in skillet form.
If you prefer a quicker stovetop alternative, this one-pan chicken skillet offers balanced flavor with fewer steps and cleanup.