Creamy Chicken Alfredo Soup
Creamy Chicken Alfredo Soup is the ultimate cozy dinner—rich, silky, and utterly comforting. This soup combines tender chicken with a creamy Parmesan base, making it a perfect weeknight meal.
Servings: 4 servings
Equipment
- Large Pot
- Cutting Board
- Knife
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 3 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts Thinly sliced
- 1-2 tablespoons Olive oil or avocado oil For cooking
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 4 cups Chicken broth Low-sodium if preferred
- 1 cup Heavy cream Room temperature is fine
- 1 cup Grated Parmesan cheese Freshly grated for best flavor
- 1/2 cup Chopped carrots About 1 medium carrot, peeled and diced
- 1/2 cup Chopped celery About 1 stalk, diced
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper Freshly ground if possible
- 1 cup Fettuccine pasta Optional, broken into shorter lengths for soup
- 2 tablespoons Chopped parsley For garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat 1–2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the thinly sliced chicken breasts and sprinkle with 1 teaspoon garlic powder. Cook 4–6 minutes per side, or until golden and fully cooked through. Remove the chicken to a plate and set aside to rest. Cut into bite-sized pieces if needed.
- In the same pot, add the chopped carrots and chopped celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they soften and begin to release their sweetness.
- Pour in 4 cups of chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil. If using the optional fettuccine, add it now and cook until al dente, about 8–10 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent the pasta from sticking.
- Reduce the heat to low. Stir in 1 cup heavy cream and 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, then add 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Mix gently until the cheese melts and the soup becomes creamy and smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Add the cooked chicken back into the pot and warm through for 2–3 minutes so the flavors meld. If the soup is too thick, add a splash of extra chicken broth to reach your desired consistency.
- Serve hot in bowls, garnished with chopped parsley for brightness. Enjoy immediately.
Notes
Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best melting quality and flavor. For faster prep, use rotisserie chicken or leftover cooked chicken. If the soup tastes flat, add a squeeze of lemon juice or a splash of white wine to brighten the flavors.