Chicken Velvet Soup

Chicken Velvet Soup

perfect on a cold day

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Reviewed by Arturs Arnicans
Prep Time: 10m
Cook Time: 10m
Total Time: 20m
Servings: 4
Difficulty: Easy
5.0 (5 Reviews)
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Ingredients

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Nutritional Information

270
calories
20.6g
fat
9.4g
carbohydrates
11.9g
protein
74mg
cholesterol
157mg
sodium
Chicken Velvet Soup

Recipe Description

This rich and luscious soup is made with such simple ingredients, you won’t believe how easy and tasty it is. Chicken Velvet Soup gets its name from its creamy velvety texture. My son plays Little League and he has practice every Saturday morning throughout the year. This soup has become a winter Saturday lunch staple in our house because it is so hearty and warming after a cold morning on the field. It’s so simple and quick to make, I can whip it up on a Friday evening or first thing on Saturday morning.

I simply make a roux with the butter and flour (a roux is a classic French thickener for soups and sauces and it gives dishes a silky-smooth texture). I then whisk in the chicken broth, milk, and cream and cook for around 10 minutes. Before serving, I add some finely chopped cooked chicken and allow it to heat through. It’s a delicious way to use up leftover roast chicken.

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Steps to make

  1. 1

    Make the roux

    1 min
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    In a large pot, melt the butter over medium-high heat. When the butter has melted, whisk in the flour until the two ingredients come together in a smooth paste. This should take about 1 minute.

  2. 2

    Add broth, milk and cream

    2 min
    Step 2 - Chicken Velvet Soup

    Gradually, whisk in the chicken broth, milk, and light cream.

  3. 3

    Bring to a boil

    8 min
    Step 3 - Chicken Velvet Soup

    Stir constantly until the soup comes to a boil and thickens. This should take about 5-10 minutes.

  4. 4

    Add chicken

    1 min
    Step 4 - Chicken Velvet Soup

    Once the soup has come to a boil, turn the heat down to medium. Add the chopped cooked chicken and stir well.

  5. 5

    Heat through

    7 min
    Step 5 - Chicken Velvet Soup

    Bring the soup to a boil once more and ensure that the chicken is heated through. This should take 5-10 minutes.

  6. 6

    Serve

    1 min
    Step 6 - Chicken Velvet Soup

    Serve the soup in large bowls with fresh bread.

About the author

Lilly Mathuse

Lilly is an enthusiastic and cheerful young mom. She knows as well as any parent that children can be really picky when it comes to food. And she’s had plenty of experience trying to cook meals that are both tasty and nutritious, and able to satisfy the tastes of a fussy kid right away! To save you some precious time, Lilly's going to share with you all the tricks she learned the hard way, so you don’t have to! She has a wealth of recipes for quick and easy meals for kids and families on a budget.

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5.0 out of 5 (5 reviews)
Diane Smith
August 23, 2024
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I'm so greatful for this Chicken Velvet Soup. On chilly Saturdays, after my son's Little League, it warms us up perfectly. Simple and delish, it's a family favorite now.

Diane Smith
August 17, 2024
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Delicious, warm memories from chilly Saturday afternoons at the ballpark with this soup.

Rebecca
July 1, 2022
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Wow! This Chicken Velvet Soup is simply perfect for those chilly Saturdays after Little League. It’s super easy to make and tastes amazing! I whipped it up in no time and my son loved it. It’s now a weekend favorite in our home. Can’t recommend it enough!

Clara
June 3, 2019
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This Chicken Velvet Soup is simply superb. After a chilly morning at my son's Little League, it's a warming delight. So easy to make, it’s now our weekend go-to for lunch.

Athina
May 13, 2019
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Well done! Verified!

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