Recipes
Creamy Chicken Pot Pie Soup
Cooking Times
Ready in: 45 minutes
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 30 minutes
Ingredients
- 3 tbsp salted butter
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 2 cups Souper Carrots
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 lb Yukon gold potatoes, cut into 1/2 inch cubes (peeling optional)
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 3/4 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 3 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 cup half and half
- fresh parsley, chopped
Directions
- Melt the butter in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the onion, celery, and Souper Carrots. Cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onion softens. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Add the flour and, cook, stirring for 1-2 minutes. Gradually stir in the broth, mixing until no dry flour remains.
- Add the potatoes, thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat and simmer, partly covered, for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes and carrots are tender.
- Stir in the cooked chicken, peas, and half and half. Simmer gently for 5-7 minutes, stirring, until the chicken is heated through. Avoid a hard boil after adding the dairy. If needed, thin with a splash of water.
- Season to taste. Ladle into bowls, garnish with parsley if desired, and serve with warm buttered biscuits.
This recipe was developed by Made With Mel.
Tips for Storing Carrots
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Containers
Store carrots in a resealable plastic bag or other airtight container.
Shelf Life
To extend the shelf life of your carrots, you can place a damp paper towel in the bag or container, but avoid storing carrots in water as it will soften their texture.
Temperature
Carrots should be stored in the refrigerator between 34 and 36 degrees Fahrenheit.
Avoid Ethylene
Avoid storing carrots near ethylene-producing fruits and vegetables, such as apples or pears.