Chicken Cordon Bleu Soup
A creamy and hearty twist on the classic Chicken Cordon Bleu, perfect for chilly evenings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: French-American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
- 1 lb cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup ham, diced
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 cup carrots, diced
- 1 cup celery, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup Swiss cheese, shredded
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Sauté the vegetables: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, minced garlic, diced carrots, and diced celery. Sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the meats: Stir in the shredded chicken and diced ham. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the meats are warmed through.
- Simmer the broth: Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a simmer. Allow it to cook for 5 minutes, letting the flavors meld.
- Incorporate cream and cheese: Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream and shredded Swiss cheese. Mix until the cheese has melted and the soup is creamy.
- Season to taste: Add salt, pepper, and dried thyme to taste. Adjust the seasoning based on your preference.
- Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and enjoy hot, perhaps with some crusty bread on the side.
Notes
For best results, use fresh ingredients and adjust seasoning to your taste.