Creamy chicken soup is a classic and comforting dish, known for its soothing qualities and timeless appeal. It typically features tender pieces of chicken and a flavorful broth. With fresh vegetables and herbs, this delicious meal can be served with garlic bread.
Prep Time10 minutesmins
Cook Time1 hourhr
Total Time1 hourhr10 minutesmins
Course: Main
Cuisine: Western
Keyword: creamy chicken soup
Servings: 3servings
Author: thetastejournal.com
Ingredients
500gramsChicken Leg Quarters
1Onion, sliced
4clovesGarlic, minced
Spices and Herbs
2Bay leaves
1tspDried thyme
1tspNutmeg
1tspPaprika powder
1/2tspSalt
Liquids
3tbspOlive oil
4cupsWater
100mlHeavy Cream
Instructions
Prepare the Chicken: Wash the chicken leg quarters and remove the skin.
Cook the Onion and Garlic: Heat a large pot over medium heat. Add two tablespoons of olive oil and saute the sliced onions for two minutes. Add two tablespoons of water. Saute for six minutes. Once the onions are translucent. Add the minced garlic, celery, bay leaves and spices. Add one tablespoon of olive oil. Add the chicken leg quarters.
Add water: Add four cups of water into the pot. Simmer for five minutes on high heat. Reduce temperature on low heat for fifty minutes.
Add heavy cream: Move the pot off the high heat. Remove the chicken leg quarters and set aside. After five minutes, add the heavy cream. Blend with immersion blender. Re-add the chicken leg quarters and cook for ten minutes on medium heat. Remove the bay leaf before serving.