Are you ready to experience a soup so incredibly delicious that it'll make your taste buds dance with joy? This Garlic Chicken Soup is not just another recipe—it's a culinary journey that transforms simple ingredients into a luxurious, creamy masterpiece that will have everyone asking for seconds. Imagine a rich, velvety broth infused with golden, fragrant garlic, tender shredded chicken, and a touch of cream that creates the most comforting meal you've ever tasted.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 40 mins
Total Time: 50 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 6 cloves of garlic, minced
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Peel and mince the garlic cloves finely, ensuring they are uniform in size to promote even cooking and flavor distribution.
- In a large heavy-bottomed pot, melt the butter over medium heat until it becomes slightly foamy and starts to shimmer.
- Add the minced garlic to the melted butter and sauté gently, stirring constantly to prevent burning. Cook for approximately 2-3 minutes until the garlic becomes fragrant and turns a light golden color.
- Pour the chicken broth into the pot with the sautéed garlic, stirring to combine and release any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
- Bring the broth to a gentle simmer, allowing the garlic to infuse its flavor into the liquid for about 10 minutes.
- Add the shredded cooked chicken to the simmering broth, stirring to distribute evenly throughout the soup.
- Slowly pour in the heavy cream, stirring continuously to create a smooth and creamy texture.
- Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting the seasoning as needed.
- Reduce heat to low and let the soup simmer for an additional 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- Taste and adjust seasoning one final time before serving hot in individual bowls.
Tips
- Garlic is the star of this recipe, so choose fresh, high-quality cloves for the most intense flavor.
- Sauté the garlic gently to prevent burning, which can make it bitter and unpleasant.
- Use already cooked chicken to save time, but ensure it's warm and tender when added to the soup.
- Stir the cream slowly and continuously to prevent curdling and achieve a smooth texture.
- Let the soup simmer on low heat to allow the flavors to develop and meld together beautifully.
- For extra richness, you can add a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese on top before serving.
- This soup pairs wonderfully with crusty bread or a light side salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 348kcal
Carbohydrates: 6g
Protein: 17g
Fat: 29g
Saturated Fat: 18g
Cholesterol: 128mg