Creamy Chicken Pot Pie Soup Recipe with Rotisserie Chicken

RECIPE

Nov 23

Introduction
This Creamy Chicken Pot Pie Soup is a lighter and nourishing variation of the classic comfort dish from one of my favorite food bloggers, Lillie Eats and Tells. It offers the familiar flavors of tender chicken, hearty vegetables, and a smooth, creamy base without the heaviness of a traditional pot pie. This recipe is well suited for family meals, weeknight dinners, and anyone who enjoys balanced comfort food. The combination of blended cauliflower, broth, and milk provides richness without excess fat, making it both satisfying and supportive of midlife nutrition goals.

Ingredients

1 tablespoon butter
1 cup diced shallots
3 sprigs fresh thyme, leaves removed
3 cups chopped carrots
2 cups chopped celery
2 teaspoons salt
3 frozen garlic cubes or fresh minced garlic
2 tablespoons flour
2 tablespoons dry white cooking wine
2 cups fat free or cashew milk
2 cups chicken broth, bone broth recommended
4 cups shredded rotisserie chicken breast
2 cups frozen peas
20 ounces steamed cauliflower blended with a small amount of broth
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Sauté the aromatics
In a heavy bottomed pot or deep skillet, melt the butter over medium high heat. Add the shallots and thyme. Cook for several minutes until softened and fragrant.

2. Add the vegetables
Stir in the carrots, celery, and salt. Sauté for approximately five minutes. Add the garlic and cook for one additional minute.

3. Create the thickened base
Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and stir until combined. Add the wine and allow it to simmer briefly. Slowly pour in the milk while whisking gently until the mixture thickens.

4. Add the remaining ingredients
Pour in the broth and add the shredded chicken, frozen peas, and blended cauliflower. Stir well to combine. Season with fresh black pepper and additional salt as needed.

5. Serve or bake
Serve the soup warm with biscuits or crusty bread.
For a pot pie variation, cover the top with pie crust, biscuit dough, or puff pastry and bake until the topping is golden and cooked through. Nutrition information reflects the soup alone.

Notes

Phyllo dough can be used as a topping. For crispness, it may need to be elevated above the liquid. Puff pastry is also a suitable option.
For dairy free or gluten free needs, use dairy free milk and ensure the rotisserie chicken is gluten free.
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