How to Make From Scratch Cream of Chicken Soup - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's nothing quite as comforting as a bowl of homemade cream of chicken soup. And when you make it from scratch, the flavors are so much richer and more satisfying than anything you'll find in a can. This recipe for From Scratch Cream of Chicken Soup is a perfect example of why homemade is always better. It's a simple and tasty way to warm up on a cold day, and it's the perfect base for all sorts of other dishes, from casseroles to pot pies.

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups chicken broth, or more as needed
  • 1 cup whole milk, divided
  • 2 teaspoons poultry seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon granulated garlic
  • ½ teaspoon ground paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 pinch cayenne pepper
  • 1 cup cream
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour, or more as needed

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Combine 2 cups chicken broth, 1/2 cup milk, poultry seasoning, turmeric, onion powder, garlic, paprika, pepper, and cayenne in a saucepan over medium heat; bring to a boil.
  • Combine cream, flour, and remaining milk in a bowl. Add a ladle or two of hot broth mixture and whisk quickly to combine. Pour the mixture back into the saucepan; whisk together and bring to a boil. Cook until thickened, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Add additional broth or flour to adjust consistency. Check seasoning and adjust as needed.
  • Nutrition

    248 cal.

    • Total Fat: 17g
    • Saturated Fat: 10g
    • Cholesterol: 60mg
    • Sodium: 420mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 20g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 81mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 134mg