With a few ingredients you already have on hand, and just 15 minutes, you can make a healthy, homemade version of condensed cream of chicken soup that is better than store bought!
Condensed cream of chicken soup is a must have in your kitchen! It is the base for so many recipes. You don’t have to buy the can of pre made soup with a giant list of ingredients, most of which you can’t even pronounce. This kitchen staple is so simple to make right at home. Give this super easy, healthier alternative a try.
How to make condensed cream of chicken soup
To make the equivalent of 1 can of store bought condensed cream of chicken soup, bring 3/4 cup chicken broth, 1/4 tsp onion powder, 1/4 tsp garlic powder, 1/8 tsp ground thyme, 1/8 tsp black pepper, and 1/4 tsp salt to a simmer.
In a bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup half and half and 1/4 cup flour until smooth.
Whisk the flour mixture into the broth and continue whisking for approximately 3 minutes until the soup thickens.
Artzy Foodie Pro Tip: To make a lighter version, substitute milk for the half and half.
To make it cream of chicken soup, you can add some diced, cooked chicken if you like.
How long does it last
Whatever you don’t use right away, you can store in an air tight container for about a week or store in a freezer safe container for up to 3 months.
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Condensed Cream of Chicken Soup
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/8 tsp ground thyme
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup half n half
- 1/4 cup flour
- 1/4 cup chicken cooked and diced (optional)
Instructions
- In a saucepan, bring the broth and seasonings to a simmer
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the half and half and flour until smooth
- While whisking the broth, slowly pour in the milk and flour mixture and continue whisking for about 3 minutes until the mixture bubbles and thickens
- Remove from heat
- Stir in chicken (optional)
- Refrigerate in a sealed container for up to 1 week
Notes
- This recipe will make the equivalent of 1 can of store bought condensed cream of chicken soup
- To lighten up the soup, substitute the half and half with milk
- To make this condensed cream of chicken soup, add 1/4 cup diced, cooked chicken at the end
