Description
Yes, you can eat cream of chicken soup as a regular soup, but it’s often used as an ingredient in casseroles, sauces, or gravies because it’s thick and concentrated.
How to Eat It as Soup:
- If using canned condensed cream of chicken soup, it’s best to dilute it with water, milk, or broth.
- Mix 1 can of soup with 1 can of liquid (or adjust to your preferred consistency).
- Heat it on the stove or in the microwave until warm.
- Enhance the flavor by adding:
- Shredded chicken
- Cooked rice or noodles
- Vegetables like carrots, peas, or celery
- Fresh herbs, black pepper, or garlic for extra seasoning
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
✅ For the Soup Base:
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups chicken broth
- 1 cup milk (or heavy cream for extra richness)
✅ For Flavor:
- 1 cup cooked, shredded chicken
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon dried thyme (optional)
✅ Optional Add-ins (to make it heartier):
- ½ cup diced carrots, celery, or peas
- ½ cup cooked rice or noodles
Instructions
Instructions:
1️⃣ Make the Roux:
- In a pot, melt butter over medium heat.
- Whisk in flour and cook for 1–2 minutes until golden and bubbly (this gets rid of the raw flour taste).
2️⃣ Add Liquids:
- Slowly whisk in chicken broth, stirring continuously.
- Add milk and keep stirring until thickened (about 3–5 minutes).
3️⃣ Flavor It Up:
- Stir in seasonings, shredded chicken, and optional veggies.
- Simmer for 5 more minutes, stirring occasionally.
4️⃣ Serve & Enjoy!
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Garnish with fresh parsley or a splash of cream.
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 15 min