CREAMY CHICKEN POT PIE SOUP

Chicken Pot Pie Soup loaded with chicken,veggies,a creamy broth and topped with herb flavored pie crust toppers.

Creamy Chicken Pot Pie Soup has all the cozy flavors of a classic chicken pot pie, but comes together in a comforting bowl of soup. Tender chicken, potatoes, carrots, celery and peas simmer in a rich, creamy broth, then each bowl is finished with savory Parmesan and herb pie crust toppers.

If your family loves chicken pot pie, this soup is an easy way to enjoy those familiar flavors without making an entire pie. And those little golden pie crust cut-outs make it extra special!

My family has always loved chicken pot pie, and we are also big fans of a good bowl of homemade soup. This recipe combines the two in a way that is especially comforting on a chilly fall or winter day.

The soup is filled with tender vegetables and chicken in a creamy, flavorful broth. Instead of serving it with cornbread or crackers, I decided to make little pie crust toppers seasoned with Parmesan cheese and fresh herbs.

The pie crust toppers are crisp, buttery and savory, and they make each bowl feel like a little chicken pot pie. You can cut them into simple rounds or use small cookie cutters to make fun shapes.

HOW TO MAKE CREAMY CHICKEN POT PIE SOUP:

(Full list of ingredients and instructions in printable recipe card.)

INGREDIENTS:

  • Pie Crust Toppers:
    butter
    flour
    salt
    parmesan cheese
    herbs
    water
    egg
    milk
  • Soup:
    butter
    olive oil
    onions
    potatoes
    celery
    carrots
    salt
    pepper
    minced garlic
    flour
    chicken broth
    cream of chicken soup
    rotisserie chicken
    frozen peas
    heavy cream or half-and-half
    fresh parsley
    yellow food coloring (OPTIONAL)

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. Prepare the pie crust dough first.  In a small food processor, combine the butter, flour, salt, parmesan cheese, herbs.  Pulse until the mixture forms pea-sized pieces. Slowly add the ice water, and pulse until a dough ball is formed.  Press the dough ball into a disc shape and wrap in Saran Wrap. I even wrap mine in parchment paper first. Chill for at least 30 minutes.
  2. In a large Dutch oven, melt the butter and olive oil together.  Add the onions, potatoes, celery, and carrots.  Sautee about 6-7 minutes, stirring frequently.  Season with the salt, pepper, and garlic.  Cook another 2 minutes, stirring frequently.  Sprinkle flour over the vegetables, stir to coat well.
  3. Add the chicken broth and bring to a boil.  Lower heat to a simmer. Stir in the soup, and cook over low heat until potatoes become tender.
  4. Stir in the chicken, peas,  and heavy cream. May add yellow food coloring if desired for color. Continue to simmer another 5-10 minutes.
  5. Prepare and bake the pie crust toppers while soup is cooking. Roll out the pie dough on lightly floured surface, about 1/4 inch thickness.  Cut out shapes with metal rounds or desired cookie cutters. Whisk together the egg and milk, brush the shapes. Bake about 15 minutes or until they are golden brown.
  6. To serve the soup, garnish each bowl with a sprinkle of parsley and a few pie crust toppers. 

This Creamy Chicken Pot Pie Soup is delicious on the day it is made, and becomes even more flavorful when served the next day.

Why You Will Love This Creamy Chicken Pot Pie Soup

  • It is a comfort food full of flavor with tender chicken, veggies, and a rich broth. Perfect to warm you up on a cold day.
  • The soup is convenient to make in a Dutch oven or large pot. This serves a crowd.
  • It tastes even better the next day as leftovers.

Helpful Tips/Frequently Asked Questions
for making Creamy Chicken Pot Pie Soup

  • Cooking the vegetables first in the butter and olive oil, before adding the chicken broth will allow more flavor to develop.
  • Once the heavy cream (or half-and-half) is added, do not boil the soup, just cook over a low simmer to prevent curdling.
  • Store the leftover soup in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days. Reheat slowly on the stovetop, stirring frequently.

Do I have to make the pie crust toppers from scratch?
No. You can cut them out of refrigerated pie crusts or puffed pastry sheets. Simply cut out the shapes from pie crust, brush them with the egg wash and bake until golden brown. Puff pastry will give you a lighter, flakier topping. Cut it into small shapes and bake according to the package directions until puffed and golden.

Can I use frozen vegetables instead of fresh ones?
Yes. Sometimes time does not allow to make this with the fresh veggies, or you just don’t have them available. The soup will taste better with them, but the frozen ones do work well too.

Can I use half-and-half instead of heavy cream?
Yes. Half-and-half will give you a slightly lighter soup while still adding creaminess.

If you love a comforting bowl of homemade soup, you may also enjoy:
LOADED BAKED POTATO SOUP
POTATO HAM BROCCOLI CHEDDAR SOUP
SPICY BEEF AND 3 BEAN CHILI

This Creamy Chicken Pot Pie Soup is the kind of meal that makes a chilly day feel a little more comfortable. Serve it with a few golden pie crust toppers, and you get all the cozy appeal of chicken pot pie in an easy-to-serve bowl of homemade soup.

This recipe was shared on Weekend Potluck @Sweet Little Bluebird.

CREAMY CHICKEN POT PIE SOUP

A rich, creamy soup to satisfy your pot pie cravings.  Loaded with chicken, veggies, seasonings, and a creamy broth. Top with pie crust cut-outs flavored with cheese and herbs.  Perfect for a fall or winter day.
Course Soups/Stews
Cuisine American
Keyword Chicken Pot Pie Soup
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 6
Calories 400kcal
Author Pamela Shank

Ingredients

  • PIE CRUST TOPPERS
  • 1/2 cup cold butter cut in small pieces
  • 1 1/4 cups flour & 2 Tbsp to sprinkle
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon fresh chopped herb
  • 3-4 Tbsp ice water
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon milk
  • SOUP
  • 2 Tablespoons butter
  • 2 Tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 cup onions diced
  • 2 cups potatoes diced
  • 1/2 cup celery diced
  • 1/2 cup carrots diced
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon coarse black pepper
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 3 Tablespoons flour
  • 5 cups chicken broth
  • 1 can 10 1/2oz cream of chicken soup
  • 3-4 cups rotissere chicken cut in bite size chunks
  • 1/2 cup frozen peas
  • 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
  • 2-3 Tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
  • 1-2 drops of yellow food coloring optional

Instructions

  • Prepare pie toppers first. In a small food processor, combine the butter,flour,salt,cheese,and herb. Pulse until pea sized pieces are formed. Slowly add the ice water and continue pulsing until a dough ball is formed. Flatten into a disc shape and wrap in parchment paper or saran wrap. Chill for at least 30 minutes.
  • In a large dutch oven, over a low heat, melt the butter and oil. Add the onions,potatoes,celery,and carrots. Saute about 6 minutes,stirring frequently. Season with salt,pepper,and garlic.
  • Sprinkle with flour and stir until veggies are well coated.
  • Add the chicken broth and bring to a boil. Lower heat to a simmer and stir in the soup.
  • Cook over a low heat until the potatoes become tender. Stir in the soup,chicken,peas,and heavy cream. Continue to cook over a low heat for 5-10 minutes.
  • Bake the pie crust toppers while soup is cooking. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Roll the dough out on a lightly floured surface to 1/4 inch thickness. Cut out desired shapes with cookie cutters or metal rounds. Arrange on a parchment lined baking sheet. Whisk together the egg and milk. Brush the pie cut outs. Bake for about 15 minutes or until golden brown.
  • To serve the soup, garnish each bowl with a few pie toppers and fresh parsley.

Notes

NUTRITIONAL DISCLAIMER. Calorie count provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.
NOTES:
  • Cooking the vegetables first in the butter and olive oil, before adding the chicken broth will allow more flavor to develop.
  • Once the heavy cream is added, do not boil the soup, just cook over a low simmer to prevent curdling.
  • You can puff pastry for the toppers instead of pie crusts if desired.
  • Store the leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.   

Chicken Pot Pie Soup loaded with chicken,veggies,a creamy broth and topped with herb flavored pie crust toppers.

 

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