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    You are here: Home / Soup / Chicken Pot Pie Soup

    Chicken Pot Pie Soup

    February 20, 2023 By Sam 18 Comments

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    This Chicken Pot Pie Soup is a flavorful one-pot meal that can be ready in just 40 minutes! My recipe is still hearty and satisfying without adding any cream. Recipe includes a how-to video!

    Overhead view of a pot of creamy chicken soup with vegetables.

    Pot Pie Soup Without Heavy Cream

    This simple chicken pot pie soup has all the flavors of chicken pot pie, minus the pie crust. While it tastes just as flavorful and comforting as the real thing, turning pot pie into soup makes it easier and faster to get on the dinner table. There’s no rolling, crimping, or chilling, and everything comes together in one pot. What’s not to love?

    Many pot pie soups recipes tend to be rich, and though my version is hearty, it’s not overly creamy or rich. It has a thinner broth so it’s not too heavy, but still very satisfying with savory undertones and plenty of fresh veggies for flavor and texture.

    I love pairing this soup with a side of my easy homemade biscuits or drop biscuits for the full pot pie experience, but it’s perfect on its own too!

    Why you should make it:

    • Takes just 40 minutes from start to finish.
    • Uses easy but tasty shortcuts like rotisserie chicken and frozen veggies.
    • Not too heavy or rich, so it can be enjoyed any time of year!
    • One. Pot. Dinner. Need I say more?!

    What You Need

    Overhead view of ingredients including frozen vegetables, carrots, potatoes, chicken, and more.

    Let’s highlight a few of the key ingredients you’ll find in this soup recipe:

    • Chicken. Rotisserie chicken makes this recipe quick, easy, and flavorful. If you’d like, you can use my easy slow cooker shredded chicken instead.
    • Veggies. I use frozen mixed vegetables that include peas, carrots, lima beans, and green beans. You can use just peas, carrots, and corn if you’re not a fan of beans though!
    • Spices. Smoked paprika is my key secret ingredient for the perfect depth of flavor (also used in my chicken and rice soup!). It’s subtle, but it still adds a special something that you will love. I also use thyme (a classic pot pie ingredient), black pepper, and ground mustard (used in my broccoli cheddar soup!).
    • Gold potatoes. Growing up, potatoes were a staple in our pot pie and so they were a must in this soup. They’re a hearty and filling addition that makes this dish a complete meal. No need to peel your potatoes before chopping (unless you want to substitute russet potatoes).
    • Milk. Many pot pie soup recipes use cream, but I wanted to keep my version from being too thick and rich. Whole milk adds heartiness and creaminess without making the soup too heavy.

    SAM’S TIP: Want to take your soups to the next level? Make your own chicken stock using my instant pot chicken stock recipe! This adds tons of flavor.

    Remember, this is just an overview of the ingredients I used and why. For the full recipe please scroll down to the bottom of the post!

    How to Make It

    Collage of four photos showing onions being cooked in a roux for soup.
    1. Cook the onion in melted butter over medium heat until softened.
    2. Sprinkle flour over the onions and stir until absorbed.
    3. Stir in the spices and let cook for a few moments.
    4. Slowly drizzle in the broth while stirring to combine.
    Collage of four photos showing milk being poured into a roux and vegetables and chicken being added to make a soup.
    1. Gradually add the milk and stir until incorporated.
    2. Add the vegetables and increase the heat to medium-high. Cook until the potatoes are tender.
    3. Stir in the shredded chicken, reduce the heat, and let simmer for 15 minutes.
    4. Check seasonings and serve!

    SAM’S TIP: If you want to use raw chicken and let it cook in the soup, I’ve included instructions on how to do so below. Essentially you will just add the raw chicken pieces with the potatoes, remove once cooked, shred, and return to the pot.

    Close-up view of chicken pot pie soup with shredded chicken, carrots, potatoes, green beans, and other veggies.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Can pot pie soup be frozen?

    I don’t typically recommend freezing any of my creamy soups (like my creamy potato soup), since the dairy separates as it thaws. If this doesn’t bother you, feel free to freeze in an airtight container for several months.

    How can I make pot pie soup thicker?

    This soup is actually designed to be on the thinner side. I resisted the urge to thicken the soup with cream or more flour because it would basically just be a crustless pot pie. The final result does have a thinner broth compared to the real thing, but it is still just as hearty and satisfying.

    That being said, if you want your pot pie soup thicker, you could add more flour during that step, or you can stir in a cornstarch slurry at the end. Honestly though, you could really just make my chicken pot pie or turkey pot pie instead (with or without the biscuit topping).

    How can I make this recipe with noodles?

    You can stir in a batch of my homemade egg noodles (they are very easy to make!) during the last 5 minutes of cooking. Store-bought egg noodles will also work, but they will likely take longer to cook than the freshly made version.
    Fun fact, my grandmother will often make pie crust noodles when she makes pot pie. In an effort to replicate the taste, I tried to make pie crust noodles and cook them into the soup. Unfortunately, I ended up essentially just dissolved an entire pie crust into the soup. It was thick and delicious, but didn’t make the final cut! 😂

    White bowl of chicken pot pie soup with mixed veggies and rotisserie chicken.

    This soup is just perfect as we round out these final weeks of winter and head into spring. I can’t wait to hear what you think! ❤️

    Enjoy!

    Let’s bake together! I’ll be walking you through all the steps in my written recipe and video below! If you try this recipe, be sure to tag me on Instagram, and you can also find me on YouTube and Facebook

    Close-up view of chicken pot pie soup with shredded chicken, carrots, potatoes, green beans, and other veggies.

    Chicken Pot Pie Soup

    This chicken pot pie soup is a flavorful, one-pot meal that can be ready in just 40 minutes! My recipe is still hearty and satisfying without adding any cream.
    Recipe includes a how-to video!
    4.86 from 7 votes
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    Course: Dinner, Soup
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Cook Time: 25 minutes
    Total Time: 40 minutes
    Servings: 6 servings
    Calories: 409kcal
    Author: Sam Merritt

    Ingredients

    • ⅓ cup unsalted butter (38g)
    • 1 medium yellow onion diced (about 1 cup/140g)
    • ¼ cup all-purpose flour (31g)
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • ¾ teaspoon ground black pepper
    • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
    • ½ teaspoon ground mustard
    • ⅛ teaspoon dried thyme
    • 4 cups chicken broth (946ml)
    • 2 cups whole milk (473ml)
    • 1 pound gold potatoes chopped into ½” pieces (about 3 cups/455g)
    • 2 large carrots cut into coins
    • 2 ½ cups mixed frozen veggies (11 oz/320g)
    • 3 cups shredded chicken this is about 1 picked rotisserie chicken for me, or see note to substitute raw chicken meat.

    Recommended Equipment

    • Large pot
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    Instructions

    • Place butter in a large Dutch oven or soup pot and cook over medium heat until melted.
      ⅓ cup unsalted butter
    • Add onion and saute until softened (about 5 minutes).
      1 medium yellow onion
    • Sprinkle flour over vegetables and stir until absorbed.
      ¼ cup all-purpose flour
    • Add salt, pepper, smoked paprika, mustard, and thyme and stir to combine.
      1 teaspoon salt, ¾ teaspoon ground black pepper, ½ teaspoon smoked paprika, ½ teaspoon ground mustard, ⅛ teaspoon dried thyme
    • Drizzle in chicken broth slowly, while stirring.
      4 cups chicken broth
    • Gradually stir in milk and stir until well-combined.
      2 cups whole milk
    • Add potatoes and carrots and frozen veggies and increase heat to medium-high. Bring to a boil and cook, stirring occasionally, until potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
      1 pound gold potatoes, 2 large carrots, 2 ½ cups mixed frozen veggies
    • Reduce heat to medium-low and add chicken. Simmer for 15 minutes or until chicken is warmed through, then serve.
      3 cups shredded chicken

    Notes

    Chicken

    Feel free to substitute 1 lb of chicken breast or thighs (or a mix of both). Cut into 3” sized pieces and add to the soup with the potatoes. Cook until chicken shreds easily with a fork. I find I often need to add more salt when using raw chicken, as the rotisserie has salt in it.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1serving | Calories: 409kcal | Carbohydrates: 36g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 93mg | Sodium: 1109mg | Potassium: 899mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 7813IU | Vitamin C: 25mg | Calcium: 160mg | Iron: 3mg

    Nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and should be considered an estimate only. Actual nutritional content will vary based upon brands used, measuring methods, cooking method, portion sizes, and more.

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    Comments

    1. Angie F

      March 21, 2023 at 9:01 pm

      5 stars
      My family and I thought this was amazing! I served with biscuits and it hit every mark. Will definitely be on our rotating list.

      Reply
      • Sam

        March 21, 2023 at 9:12 pm

        I’m so glad everyone enjoyed it so much, Angie! 🙂

        Reply
    2. Melissa

      March 09, 2023 at 6:32 pm

      5 stars
      We loved the soup with some homemade biscuits. Delicious and filling.

      Reply
      • Sam

        March 09, 2023 at 8:21 pm

        I’m so glad everyone enjoyed it so much! 🙂

        Reply
    3. Diane

      March 06, 2023 at 9:03 am

      5 stars
      I wanted to give this soup recipe a try but concerned if I would like it without the top crust. Well ….. followed your recipe exactly and it was GREAT! My husband loved it as well. Your recipe made it to my “will definitely make it again” recipe folder file! Thank you Sam! Thank you for taking the time to do your videos! I always watch them before I try a new recipe of yours.

      Reply
      • Sam

        March 06, 2023 at 9:49 pm

        I’m so glad everyone enjoyed it so much, Diane! I’m glad the videos are helpful. 🙂

        Reply
    4. Erica

      March 01, 2023 at 10:42 pm

      My husband is pretty picky when it comes to soup, and will rarely eat it for a meal-he thinks of it as a side dish…lol ….BUT, I made this for supper tonight and he enjoyed it! He even went back for seconds 😁 I don’t think I’ve made one of your recipes that we haven’t enjoyed! Keep up the good work! 💕

      Reply
      • Emily @ Sugar Spun Run

        March 02, 2023 at 9:21 am

        Wonderful! We’re so glad it was a hit, Erica 😍

        Reply
    5. Bruce

      February 26, 2023 at 8:29 pm

      4 stars
      I’m sorry to say that this soup didn’t thrill me. There’s absolutely nothing wrong with it, so I don’t want to discourage anyone from making it, but for me it doesn’t measure up to your other recipes, such as your chili and beef ragu.. I wish I had used 1/3 cup of flour to make it thicker, to remind me more of chicken pot pie. What I’m going to do with it now is add 8 oz of Amish wide egg noodles, then bake it as a casserole, with Panko crumbs on top. That will make it thicker, and I think I’ll enjoy it more.

      Reply
      • Sam

        February 27, 2023 at 2:56 pm

        I’m glad you still gave it a try and I really do appreciate the honest feedback. 🙂

        Reply
        • Bruce

          February 27, 2023 at 4:30 pm

          I figured out that the crust is my favorite part of a pot pie. I like the contrast of a crunchy top with the creamy sauce, so I should have known beforehand that this soup didn’t have a chance. I made it into a casserole today, and I’ll enjoy it. What I should have done is make some pie crust croutons to eat with it, and everything might have gone differently. The good news is that I still like it, so it will definitely all get eaten.

        • Sam

          February 27, 2023 at 9:22 pm

          That’s definitely understandable. I lovvvveeee the crust. Something about those carbs that I love so much! 😉 I’m glad it’s still edible. 🙂

    6. Cathy

      February 26, 2023 at 12:41 pm

      5 stars
      Thank you, Sam! I have never sent a comment to anyone about a recipe. This is one of your best! I’ll enjoy it for many years to come – perfect!

      Reply
      • Sam

        February 27, 2023 at 2:56 pm

        You’re welcome! I’m glad you enjoyed it so much! Thank you for taking the time to leave a comment. 🙂

        Reply
    7. anne dunning

      February 25, 2023 at 1:24 pm

      5 stars
      Loved this soup – and since I didn’t have time to make your stock, I added some of the flavor makers to my soup: celery, a small piece of bay and a squirt of fresh lemon. I don’t call that cheating or changing receipe because I was using your suggestions. The soup got many compliments and requests for the link. anne

      Reply
      • Sam

        February 25, 2023 at 8:39 pm

        I’m so glad everyone enjoyed it so much, Anne! 🙂

        Reply
    8. Lauren

      February 21, 2023 at 10:02 pm

      I love that you’re posting more savory recipes. Keep them coming. All of your recipes are great

      Reply
      • Sam

        February 22, 2023 at 11:37 am

        Thank you so much, Lauren! I hope you love this one. 🙂

        Reply

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