Garlic Parmesan Chicken Soup
A creamy, hearty soup made with tender chicken, garlic, Parmesan cheese, and rich seasonings, perfect for chilly evenings and comfort food cravings.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese Freshly grated is recommended
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 pieces carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 leaf bay leaf
- to taste Salt and pepper
- for garnish Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté until the vegetables soften, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
Cooking
- Pour in the chicken broth, and add the shredded chicken, thyme, oregano, and bay leaf. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce the heat and let it simmer for 15 minutes.
- Remove the bay leaf and stir in the heavy cream.
- Mix well, then add the grated Parmesan cheese. Stir continuously until the cheese melts and the soup becomes creamy.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Let the soup simmer for another 5-10 minutes.
Serving
- Serve hot, garnishing with fresh parsley.
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Notes
Using freshly grated Parmesan cheese enhances the creamy texture. For a thicker soup, you can simmer it longer or add a cornstarch slurry.