Easy Creamy Chicken Pot Pie Soup (Comfort in a Bowl)

This chicken pot pie soup takes everything you love about a traditional pot pie — tender chicken, sweet carrots, hearty peas, and creamy broth — and turns it into a soul-warming bowl of comfort. It’s a one-pot wonder that delivers all the nostalgic flavors without the fuss of a crust. Perfect for busy weeknights, cozy weekends, or meal prep, this soup is as easy as it is delicious.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• ✅ Creamy, hearty, and loaded with flavor
• ✅ Ready in just 45 minutes
• ✅ Easy to customize (dairy-free, vegetarian, spicy, gluten-free)
• ✅ Perfect for make-ahead meals or freezer batches
• ✅ Family-friendly and picky-eater approved

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 1 lb cooked chicken breast (shredded or diced)
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 tsp dried rosemary
• Salt & pepper to taste
• Optional:
  • 1 cup frozen corn
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch (for thickening)
  • Fresh parsley for garnish
  • Squeeze of lemon juice

Instructions

1. Sauté the Vegetables
   In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5–7 minutes until softened.
2. Add Garlic & Seasoning
   Stir in garlic, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Add Chicken & Broth
   Add shredded chicken and pour in chicken broth. Stir and bring to a simmer.
4. Add Peas & Optional Corn
   Stir in frozen peas and corn. Simmer for 10 minutes to allow flavors to combine.
5. Stir in Cream
   Pour in heavy cream and continue to simmer for 5–10 minutes until heated through.
6. (Optional) Thicken
   Mix cornstarch with a tablespoon of cold water. Stir into soup and simmer until thickened.
7. Adjust Seasoning & Serve
   Taste and adjust salt or pepper as needed. Ladle into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon juice if desired.

Recipe Details

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 30 minutes
• Total Time: 45 minutes
• Servings: 6
• Difficulty: Easy
• Cuisine: American comfort food
• Estimated Cost: ~$10–12

Nutrition (Per Serving)

• Calories: ~350
• Protein: 25g
• Carbs: 12g
• Fat: 15g
• Sodium: ~400mg
• Sugar: ~3g
• Fiber: 2g

Tips & Variations

Tips:

• Add cream at the end to avoid curdling
• Adjust broth if soup becomes too thick
• Use pre-cooked rotisserie chicken to save time
• A splash of lemon juice brightens the flavor

Variations:

• 🥕 Vegetarian: Replace chicken with chickpeas or mushrooms, use veggie broth
• 🌶️ Spicy: Add a pinch of cayenne or diced jalapeños
• 🧄 Mushroom Lover’s: Add sautéed mushrooms with garlic
• 🥔 Extra Hearty: Add cubed potatoes for a stew-like consistency
• 🧁 Pie-Topped: Bake refrigerated biscuit dough on top for pot-pie vibes

Easy Creamy Chicken Pot Pie Soup

This creamy, cozy chicken pot pie soup is packed with tender chicken, colorful veggies, and comforting herbs — all in one pot, and on the table in under an hour.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 30 minutes mins

Total Time 45 minutes mins

Course dinner, Soup

Cuisine American

Servings 6 chicken

Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

• – Large pot
• Cutting board & knife
• – Wooden spoon
• – Measuring cups & ladle

Ingredients

  

• – 1 tbsp olive oil
• – 1 medium onion diced
• – 3 garlic cloves minced
• – 2 carrots diced
• – 2 celery stalks diced
• – 1 lb cooked chicken breast shredded
• – 4 cups chicken broth
• – 1 cup frozen peas
• – 1 cup heavy cream
• – 1 tsp dried thyme
• – 1 tsp dried rosemary
• – Salt and pepper to taste
• – 1 cup frozen corn
• – 1 tbsp cornstarch + 1 tbsp cold water
• – Fresh parsley
• – Lemon juice

Instructions

 

• Sauté onion, carrots, and celery in olive oil until softened.
• Add garlic, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Sauté 1 minute.
• Add chicken and broth. Simmer 10 minutes.
• Add peas and corn. Simmer another 10 minutes.
• Stir in cream and cook 5–10 minutes.
• Optional: Thicken with cornstarch slurry.
• Adjust seasoning, garnish, and serve hot.

Notes

– Add lemon or cheese for extra brightness
– Use rotisserie chicken for quick prep
– Freeze for up to 3 months

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FAQs

Can I use rotisserie chicken?
Yes! It’s a quick and flavorful shortcut.

Can I make this dairy-free?
Swap the cream for full-fat coconut milk or almond cream.

Can it be frozen?
Absolutely. Freeze in portions for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight and reheat on low.

How do I thicken it without cornstarch?
Simmer longer uncovered or mash some veggies in the pot.

Is it gluten-free?
Yes, just confirm your broth and thickener are gluten-free.

Serving Suggestions

• Crusty sourdough bread or flaky biscuits
• Side salad with vinaigrette
• Sprinkle with Parmesan or cheddar
• Serve in mugs for cozy, casual dining

Conclusion

Creamy, cozy, and endlessly customizable, this chicken pot pie soup is comfort food at its finest. Whether you’re curled up on a rainy day or feeding a crowd, this soup hits all the right notes. Make it once and it’ll become a regular in your meal rotation — no crust required!