Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Cozy and Comforting: This soup offers the warm, comforting flavors of classic chicken pot pie without the heaviness of a crust.
- Rich and Creamy Without Dairy: Achieve a luscious, creamy texture using blended Yukon gold potatoes, eliminating the need for dairy.
- Hearty and Filling: Packed with tender chicken and a medley of vegetables, this soup is both satisfying and nourishing.
- Simple to Make: With straightforward ingredients and flexible cooking methods, this recipe is accessible even on busy weeknights.
- Dietary Friendly: Naturally gluten-free and easily adaptable to be dairy-free or nut-free, accommodating various dietary needs.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 2 large breasts)
- 1 cup celery, diced
- 1 cup carrots, sliced into 1/4-inch thick circles
- 1 cup onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 tablespoon garlic, finely minced
- 2 cups Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 cup Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and quartered (for blending)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon dried parsley
- 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/4 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1/2 cup milk of choice (almond milk for dairy-free or whole milk)
(Tip: You’ll find the full list of ingredients and measurements in the recipe card below.)
Directions
Instant Pot Instructions:
- Sauté the Chicken: Set the Instant Pot to the sauté function. Add olive oil to the pot. Lightly sear the chicken breasts on each side for about 2 minutes. Remove the breasts to a plate and set aside. The chicken will not be cooked through at this point, which is fine.
- Sauté the Vegetables: Add the diced celery, carrots, onion, garlic, salt, pepper, dried parsley, basil, and rosemary to the pot. Sauté for about 2 minutes until the vegetables are slightly translucent. Stir in the 1-inch potato pieces.
- Pressure Cook: Return the seared chicken breasts to the pot. Pour in the chicken broth. Secure the lid, set the valve to sealing, and cook on high pressure for 7 minutes. Once the cooking time is complete, allow the pressure to release naturally for 5 minutes, then perform a quick release for any remaining pressure.
- Blend the Potatoes: Carefully remove the quartered potato pieces from the pot and place them in a blender along with the milk. Blend until smooth to create a creamy mixture.
- Shred the Chicken: Remove the chicken breasts from the pot and shred them using two forks.
- Combine and Serve: Return the shredded chicken and blended potato mixture to the pot. Stir thoroughly to combine all ingredients. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Slow Cooker Instructions:
- Combine Ingredients: Place all ingredients except for the milk and the quartered potatoes into the slow cooker. Lay the chicken breasts on top.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
- Blend the Potatoes: Remove the quartered potatoes and blend them with the milk until smooth.
- Shred the Chicken: Take out the chicken breasts, shred them, and return them to the slow cooker.
- Combine and Serve: Stir in the blended potato mixture until well combined. Serve hot.
Stovetop Instructions:
- Sauté the Chicken: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Sear the chicken breasts on each side for about 2 minutes, then remove and set aside.
- Sauté the Vegetables: Add the celery, carrots, onion, garlic, salt, pepper, dried parsley, basil, and rosemary to the pot. Sauté until the vegetables are slightly translucent. Stir in the 1-inch potato pieces.
- Simmer: Return the chicken to the pot and add the chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Cover and cook for about 30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
- Blend the Potatoes: Remove the quartered potatoes and blend them with the milk until smooth.
- Shred the Chicken: Take out the chicken breasts, shred them, and return them to the pot.
- Combine and Serve: Stir in the blended potato mixture until well combined. Serve hot.
Chicken Pot Pie Soup
- Total Time: 25-40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Diet: Gluten Free
Description
This Chicken Pot Pie Soup delivers all the cozy flavors of classic chicken pot pie in a creamy, comforting soup—without the heaviness of a crust. Made with tender chicken, hearty vegetables, and a blended potato base, this soup is naturally gluten-free and can be adapted for dairy-free or nut-free diets. Easily prepare it in the Instant Pot, slow cooker, or on the stovetop for a simple, satisfying meal perfect for any night of the week!
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 2 large breasts)
- 1 cup celery, diced
- 1 cup carrots, sliced into ¼-inch circles
- 1 cup onion, finely chopped
- ½ tbsp garlic, minced
- 2 cups Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 cup Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and quartered (for blending)
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp dried parsley
- 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- ¼ tsp dried basil
- ¼ tsp dried rosemary
- ½ cup milk of choice (almond milk for dairy-free or whole milk)
Instructions
Instant Pot Instructions:
- Sauté the Chicken: Set Instant Pot to sauté mode. Add olive oil and sear chicken breasts for 2 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
- Sauté the Vegetables: Add celery, carrots, onion, garlic, salt, pepper, parsley, basil, rosemary, and 1-inch potato pieces. Sauté for 2 minutes.
- Pressure Cook: Return chicken to the pot, add broth, and secure lid. Cook on high pressure for 7 minutes with a 5-minute natural release, then quick release any remaining pressure.
- Blend the Potatoes: Remove the quartered potatoes, blend with milk until smooth.
- Shred the Chicken: Remove chicken, shred with forks, and return to the pot.
- Combine and Serve: Stir in blended potato mixture. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Slow Cooker Instructions:
- Combine Ingredients: Add all ingredients except milk and quartered potatoes to the slow cooker. Place chicken on top.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6 hours until chicken is tender.
- Blend the Potatoes: Remove quartered potatoes, blend with milk until smooth.
- Shred the Chicken: Shred chicken, return to slow cooker.
- Combine and Serve: Stir in blended potato mixture and serve.
Stovetop Instructions:
- Sauté the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large pot, sear chicken for 2 minutes per side, then set aside.
- Sauté the Vegetables: Add celery, carrots, onion, garlic, salt, pepper, parsley, basil, rosemary, and 1-inch potato pieces. Cook until slightly translucent.
- Simmer: Add chicken and broth. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
- Blend the Potatoes: Remove quartered potatoes, blend with milk until smooth.
- Shred the Chicken: Shred chicken, return to pot.
- Combine and Serve: Stir in blended potato mixture. Serve hot.
Notes
- Storage: Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
- Freezing: Freeze soup without the blended potatoes for up to 3 months. Reheat and blend potatoes fresh before serving.
- Dairy-Free Option: Use almond milk or coconut milk instead of dairy milk.
- Thicker Soup: Reduce broth slightly or add extra blended potatoes.
- More Flavor: Stir in a splash of lemon juice or a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-30 minutes (depending on method)
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American