Description
A heartwarming creamy chicken bacon soup that combines the richness of bacon, tender chicken, and fresh vegetables, creating a comforting dish perfect for chilly evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless chicken (breast or thighs)
- 6 slices thick-cut bacon
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 1 cup peas (optional)
- 2 tsp fresh thyme, chopped
- 2 tsp fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the bacon in a large pot over medium heat until crispy. Remove and set aside, leaving the grease in the pot.
- Add chopped onions and garlic to the pot and sauté until translucent.
- Add diced carrots and celery, cooking until slightly softened.
- Add the seasoned chicken pieces to the pot and allow them to brown slightly.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring everything to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in the heavy cream and fresh herbs.
- Add the crispy bacon and peas, warming through.
- Adjust seasoning to taste and serve warm, garnishing with fresh parsley.
Notes
Serve with crusty bread or a side salad for a balanced meal. This soup freezes well for future enjoyment.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: chicken soup, bacon soup, creamy soup, comfort food, family recipe