When you’re craving cozy comfort food without the heaviness of traditional pot pie, this healthy chicken pot pie soup is the perfect choice. It has all the classic flavors—tender chicken, hearty vegetables, and a creamy broth—but in a lighter, one-pot version that’s easy to make for weeknight dinners.
This recipe brings the warmth of chicken pot pie to your table in a nourishing way, making it a family favorite for chilly nights or anytime you want a bowl of pure comfort.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- One-pot meal for easy cleanup.
- Creamy and hearty, yet lightened up.
- Packed with veggies and lean protein.
- Cozy flavor of chicken pot pie without the crust.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons flour (or cornstarch slurry for gluten-free)
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon dried parsley
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Croutons or toasted bread, for serving
Instructions
- Sauté veggies: In a large pot, heat olive oil or butter over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery, cooking until softened. Stir in garlic and cook for another 1 minute.
- Thicken broth: Sprinkle in flour, stirring to coat the vegetables. Slowly whisk in chicken broth and milk, ensuring there are no lumps. Let simmer for 5–7 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Add chicken & peas: Stir in shredded chicken, peas, thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper. Simmer for another 10 minutes until everything is heated through and the soup is creamy.
- Serve: Ladle into bowls and top with croutons or toasted bread pieces for that “pot pie” feel.
Tips & Variations
- Use leftover rotisserie chicken or meal-prepped chicken to save time.
- Swap peas for corn or add extra veggies like green beans.
- For extra creaminess, stir in a spoonful of cream cheese or Greek yogurt at the end.
- Make it dairy-free with unsweetened almond milk or oat milk.
Final Thoughts
This healthy chicken pot pie soup is everything you love about the classic dish—warm, creamy, and satisfying—without the fuss of making a crust. It’s a lighter comfort food that still delivers big flavor, perfect for family dinners all year long.
