Cheesy Chicken and Potato Soup

4.50 (16)
⏱ 35 mins 🍽 ['4', '4 servings']

This recipe brings together the best elements of chicken soup and potato soup with a rich, cheesy finish. It starts by sauteing onion in bacon grease, then simmering potato chunks in broth. A separate cheese sauce is made with butter, flour, milk and Cheddar, which is then stirred into the pot along with shredded cooked chicken. The result is a hearty, creamy soup that is ready to serve in about 35 minutes.

Cheesy Chicken and Potato Soup

Ingredients

  • 0.25 cup onion, diced
  • 1 tablespoon bacon grease
  • 3 cups 1-inch potato chunks
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup water
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 3 tablespoons flour
  • 1 cup milk
  • 3 ounces shredded Cheddar cheese
  • 1.5 cups shredded cooked chicken

Method

  1. Place a stockpot over the heat with the bacon grease. Cook the diced onion in the hot grease until softened, which should take about 4 minutes.
  2. Add the potato chunks to the pot and stir them with the onion. Pour in the chicken broth and water. Bring everything to a boil and cook until the potatoes are tender but still hold their shape, approximately 15 minutes.
  3. In a small saucepan, melt the butter. Whisk the flour into the butter and cook while stirring for about 1 minute until fully combined. Gradually pour in the milk, continuing to stir, and cook for about 3 minutes more until the mixture thickens. Add the shredded Cheddar cheese and stir for 2 to 3 minutes more until it melts smoothly.
  4. Pour the cheese mixture into the stockpot and add the shredded chicken. Stir everything together and cook for about 4 minutes, just until the chicken is heated through.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories388 kcal
Fat19 g
Sugars4 g
Protein25 g
Sodium254 mg

Recipe details

AuthorKaty G