Hearty Chunky Chicken Vegetable Soup
Warm your soul with this Hearty Chunky Chicken Vegetable Soup, a robust blend of tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and creamy broth. Perfect for chilly evenings, this comforting dish not only nourishes your body but also delights your taste buds. Packed with protein and essential nutrients, it's a dish you'll want to share with family and friends. The combination of the savory chicken, sweet corn, and a medley of vibrant veggies creates an unforgettable flavor experience that embraces the essence of home-cooked goodness.
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Servings
357
Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 1/2 lbs (cut into 2-inch strips)
vegetable oil
2 teaspoons (for sautéing)
onion
2/3 (finely chopped)
carrots
2 medium (chopped)
celery
2 ribs (chopped)
corn
1 cup (frozen)
condensed cream of potato soup
2 (10 3/4 ounce) cans (undiluted)
chicken broth
1 1/2 cups (low sodium recommended)
dill weed
1 teaspoon (dried)
frozen peas
1 cup (frozen)
half-and-half cream
1/2 cup (for added creaminess)
Instructions
1
Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken strips and brown them on all sides for about 5-7 minutes. Once browned, transfer the chicken to a 5-quart slow cooker.
2
In the same skillet, add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté the vegetables for about 3-4 minutes until they start to soften. Then, transfer them to the slow cooker.
3
Add the frozen corn to the slow cooker.
4
In a separate bowl, whisk together the undiluted cream of potato soup, chicken broth, and dill weed until smoothly combined. Pour this mixture over the ingredients in the slow cooker. Stir gently to combine everything well.
5
Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 4 hours, or until the vegetables are tender.
6
After 4 hours, add the frozen peas and half-and-half cream to the slow cooker. Stir the soup gently to incorporate. Cover again and cook for an additional 30 minutes until everything is heated through.
7
Serve hot and enjoy this comforting, hearty soup with crusty bread or crackers.
Nutrition Information
14g
Fat
36g
Carbs
26g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this recipe?
The recipe is for Hearty Chunky Chicken Vegetable Soup.
How is this soup described?
It is a robust blend of tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and creamy broth, described as soul-warming and perfect for chilly evenings.
How many calories are in a serving of this soup?
There are 357 calories per serving.
What is the fat content of this recipe?
This soup contains 14g of fat per serving.
How many carbohydrates are in this dish?
There are 36g of carbohydrates per serving.
What is the protein content of the soup?
The soup provides 26g of protein per serving.
How much chicken is required for this recipe?
You will need 1 1/2 lbs of boneless skinless chicken breasts.
How should the chicken be prepared before cooking?
The chicken breasts should be cut into 2-inch strips.
What kind of oil is used to brown the chicken?
The recipe calls for 2 teaspoons of vegetable oil.
How long should the chicken be browned in the skillet?
The chicken strips should be browned on all sides for about 5-7 minutes.
How should the onion be prepared?
Two-thirds of an onion should be finely chopped.
How many carrots are used in this soup?
The recipe uses 2 medium chopped carrots.
How much celery is needed?
You will need 2 ribs of chopped celery.
What type of corn is used?
The recipe requires 1 cup of frozen corn.
What is the base for the creamy broth?
The base consists of 2 cans (10 3/4 ounce each) of undiluted condensed cream of potato soup and chicken broth.
Should the cream of potato soup be diluted?
No, the cream of potato soup should be used undiluted.
How much chicken broth is required?
The recipe calls for 1 1/2 cups of chicken broth, with low sodium recommended.
What seasoning is used to flavor the soup?
One teaspoon of dried dill weed is used for seasoning.
When should the frozen peas be added?
The frozen peas should be added after the soup has cooked for 4 hours on low.
What type of cream is added at the end of cooking?
One-half cup of half-and-half cream is added for extra creaminess.
What size slow cooker is recommended for this recipe?
A 5-quart slow cooker is recommended.
How long does the soup cook in the slow cooker initially?
It should be covered and cooked on low for 4 hours.
How much additional time is needed after adding the peas and cream?
The soup should cook for an additional 30 minutes until everything is heated through.
What is the first step in preparing the vegetables?
Sauté the chopped onion, carrots, and celery in the skillet for 3-4 minutes until they start to soften.
How many total ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 11 ingredients in total.
What are some tags associated with this recipe?
Tags include soup, chicken soup, hearty soup, vegetable soup, slow cooker, comfort food, and easy recipe.
What are the recommended serving suggestions?
The soup should be served hot with crusty bread or crackers.
Is this soup considered a healthy option?
Yes, it is described as being packed with protein and essential nutrients.
What kind of flavor experience does this soup offer?
It offers a savory flavor from the chicken combined with sweet corn and a medley of vibrant vegetables.
Does the recipe require specific skillet preparation?
Yes, the chicken and vegetables are both sautéed in a large skillet over medium-high heat before being transferred to the slow cooker.