Warm up with a comforting bowl of chicken soup! I love making easy, cozy meals that taste great and don’t take all day. Today, I’m sharing two of my favorite creamy chicken soup recipes that are perfect for any night.
These recipes are simple to follow, use everyday ingredients, and promise a happy meal for you and your family. Let’s get cooking some delicious chicken noodle and chicken orzo soups!
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Hearty Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup
This creamy chicken noodle soup is a classic for a good reason. It’s packed with tender chicken, soft noodles, and a rich, creamy broth that will make you feel cozy. It’s truly a hug in a bowl.
Key Ingredients & Cooking Tips
- Use Rotisserie Chicken: This saves so much time! Just shred it and add it at the end.
- Don’t Overcook Noodles: Add the egg noodles in the last few minutes of cooking so they stay firm and don’t get mushy.
- Creamy Base: A little heavy cream or milk at the very end gives the soup its lovely rich texture.
What You Need for Chicken Noodle Soup
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup chopped carrots
- 1 cup chopped celery
- 1 cup chopped onion
- 8 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
- 1 cup egg noodles
- 1/2 cup heavy cream or milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
⏱️ Time: 35 minutes🍽️ Yields: 6 servings
How to Make Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup
Step 1: Cook Vegetables
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped carrots, celery, and onion. Cook them for about 5-7 minutes until they soften. This builds a nice flavor base for your soup.
Step 2: Simmer and Finish
Pour in the chicken broth and bring it to a boil. Reduce the heat and let it simmer for 10 minutes. Add the shredded chicken and egg noodles, then cook for another 5-7 minutes until the noodles are tender. Stir in the heavy cream, season with salt and pepper, and serve hot with fresh parsley.
📝 Final Note
This soup gets even better the next day! Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Simple Creamy Chicken Orzo Soup
If you love creamy soups but want something a little different, this chicken orzo soup is for you. Orzo pasta makes it extra filling and cozy, blending perfectly with tender chicken and a rich broth. It’s comforting and simple to make.
Key Ingredients & Prep Tips
- Cook Orzo Separately: For best results, cook the orzo pasta on its own and add it to individual bowls of soup. This stops it from soaking up all the broth if you have leftovers.
- Add Greens: A handful of fresh spinach added at the very end will wilt beautifully and give a nice touch of green.
- Chicken Options: You can use leftover cooked chicken, or quickly boil and shred chicken breasts for this recipe.
What You Need for Chicken Orzo Soup
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup chopped yellow onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup cooked, shredded chicken
- 1/2 cup uncooked orzo pasta
- 1/4 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley or dill for garnish
⏱️ Time: 30 minutes🍽️ Yields: 4-5 servings
How to Make Creamy Chicken Orzo Soup
Step 1: Sauté Aromatics and Broth
In a medium pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until soft, about 5 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant. Pour in the chicken broth and bring it to a gentle simmer.
Step 2: Add Chicken and Cream
Add the shredded chicken to the simmering broth. While the soup is simmering, cook the orzo pasta in a separate pot according to package directions. Once the orzo is ready, drain it. Stir the heavy cream into the soup and season with salt and pepper. Serve the soup hot, adding cooked orzo to each bowl and garnishing with fresh herbs.
📝 Final Note
If you prefer not to cook orzo separately, you can add it directly to the soup during Step 2, simmering for about 8-10 minutes. Just know that leftovers might be thicker as the orzo will soak up more liquid.
