Creamy Chicken Pot Pie Soup

A comforting and creamy chicken pot pie soup that captures the flavors of a classic pot pie in a bowl. Perfect for cozy evenings or when you crave a hearty and satisfying meal.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb cooked chicken, shredded
• 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 1/2 cup chopped celery
• 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/3 cup unsalted butter
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 2 cups whole milk
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 refrigerated pie crust, optional for serving

Instructions:

Melt the butter in a big pot over medium-low heat

Put in the chopped onion and celery and cook until they get soft

To make a roux, stir in the flour and cook for two minutes

So that its smooth, slowly whisk in the milk and chicken broth

Mix the vegetables and add the shredded chicken and thyme

Add salt and pepper, and then let it cook for 15 to 20 minutes

Add the heavy cream and stir it in

Simmer for five more minutes

Place the soup in bowls and top with a warm pie crust if youd like

Add fresh thyme on top and enjoy