Soup is always a favorite in my house, and I always find myself making crockpot chicken noodle soup, hamburger soup, creamy chicken gnocchi soup and this hearty chicken pot pie soup.
This chicken pot pie soup is a fun twist on a classic pot pie that is sure to earn you rave reviews from both kids and adults alike. The blend of chicken and colorful vegetables just can’t be beat, and the homemade biscuits really make this soup something special.
How do you make chicken pot pie soup?
This soup starts with boneless skinless chicken breasts, which are seared until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the pot, then add a mixture of onions, carrots and celery. Cook the vegetables until tender, then add butter and flour to the pot to form the thickener for the soup. Pour in chicken broth, the reserved cooked chicken and potatoes. Simmer the soup until the potatoes are tender. Stir in some heavy cream and frozen peas, then add a sprinkle of fresh herbs. Place a biscuit on top of each bowl of soup, then serve and enjoy.
Tips for the perfect soup
You can substitute chicken thighs for chicken breasts if you prefer. You can also use cubed or shredded rotisserie chicken to save a little time. Cut the vegetables into similarly sized pieces so that they cook at the same rate. This soup stays fresh in the fridge for up to 3 days. Store any leftover biscuits in the refrigerator in an airtight container, then warm them up in the microwave or oven right before serving. Pot pie soup is not a great candidate for the freezer due to the dairy content.
Chicken pot pie soup toppers
While I think this soup is fabulous with homemade biscuits on top, sometimes there’s just not enough time to make your own biscuits! Here are some other options to top your soup for that flavor reminiscent of pot pie.
Pie Crust: Buy a pre-made pie crust. Cut into strips and bake according to package directions until golden brown. Serve crumbled over the soup. Puff Pastry: Thaw frozen puff pastry and cut into squares. Bake according to package directions. Top each bowl of soup with a square of pastry. Pre-Made Biscuits: Buy a tube of biscuit dough and prepare according to package directions. Crackers: Buttery crackers, oyster crackers or saltine crackers make a great soup topping.
Pot pie soup variations
This recipe is delicious as-is, but you can definitely add in other ingredients to customize it to your tastes.
Protein: Try using turkey instead of chicken, this is a great way to use up leftover Thanksgiving turkey. Vegetables: Feel free to add other vegetables to the mix such as corn, green beans, butternut squash or mushrooms. Potatoes: While I typically use Russet potatoes, other great choices include Yukon Gold potatoes, red potatoes, or even sweet potatoes.
My kids request this soup on a regular basis, and I’m always happy to oblige. This is comfort food at its finest!
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