Tender chicken cream soup with cheese
4 servings
40 minutes
Tender chicken cream soup with cheese is an exquisite dish of French cuisine that embodies a harmony of flavors and textures. Its roots trace back to traditional puree soup recipes favored by gourmets for their velvety consistency and rich taste. Chicken broth serves as the base, adding depth to the soup, while soft Philadelphia cheese contributes creamy tenderness. Light notes of garlic and onion complement the overall ensemble, and carrots bring a subtle sweetness. Potatoes ensure a smooth texture, making the soup truly airy. Blended to a silky consistency, it becomes an ideal choice for a cozy dinner or light lunch. The dish is finished with crunchy croutons that add texture contrast. This soup not only warms but also delights with its subtle French charm.
1
We are boiling chicken broth. While the broth is cooking, we finely chop the onion and garlic and grate the carrot.
- Onion: 1 piece
- Garlic: 1 head
- Carrot: 1 piece
2
We start frying. We add onion and after a couple of minutes, we add carrot and garlic, frying until the onion turns golden.
- Onion: 1 piece
- Carrot: 1 piece
- Garlic: 1 head
3
While the sauté is being prepared, we peel the potatoes and cut them into medium-sized cubes.
- Potato: 3 pieces
4
Take the cooked chicken out of the broth and cut it into medium-sized pieces.
- Chicken: 250 g
5
We add potatoes, chicken, sautéed vegetables to the broth and add Philadelphia cheese. Mix the cheese well.
- Potato: 3 pieces
- Chicken: 250 g
- Onion: 1 piece
- Carrot: 1 piece
- Garlic: 1 head
- Cream cheese (Philadelphia): 175 g
6
Add salt and pepper to taste. Blend everything with a blender for a smoother and creamier soup.
- Salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
7
Serve on plates, add croutons and herbs to taste.
- Garlic flavoured croutons: to taste