Simple Creamy Chicken Soup

Ingredients

• •2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• •1 medium onion, diced
• •2 medium carrots, peeled and diced
• •2 celery stalks, diced
• •3 cloves garlic, minced
• •4 cups chicken broth
• •2 cups cooked and shredded chicken
• •1 cup heavy cream
• •1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• •1 teaspoon dried thyme
• •Salt and pepper to taste
• •1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat.

2. 2

   Add onion, carrots, and celery, then cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.

3. 3

   Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

4. 4

   Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and stir well to coat.

5. 5

   Gradually add chicken broth, whisking to avoid lumps.

6. 6

   Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for 10 minutes.

7. 7

   Stir in the cooked chicken, heavy cream, and thyme. Simmer for an additional 10 minutes.

8. 8

   Season with salt and pepper to taste.

9. 9

   Garnish with fresh parsley before serving, if desired.