Crack Chicken Soup
Crack Chicken Soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly evenings. This creamy and savory dish features tender chicken simmered in a rich broth, complemented by vibrant vegetables and aromatic herbs. With easy preparation and delightful flavors, it’s ideal for cozy family dinners or a relaxing night in. Let the warm aroma fill your home and enjoy a bowl of pure happiness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 medium carrots, sliced
- 3 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 tsp dried Italian herbs
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, add a splash of olive oil and sauté diced onion until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add minced garlic and stir until fragrant.
- Add sliced carrots and chopped celery; cook for another 5 minutes until slightly softened.
- Introduce chicken breasts and pour in chicken broth along with dried Italian herbs. Bring to a gentle boil then reduce heat to simmer.
- After about 20 minutes (or until chicken is cooked), remove breasts, shred them using forks, and return to the pot with cubed cream cheese.
- Stir well until cream cheese melts into the soup; let simmer for an additional 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg