Pumpkin Chicken Soup
A heartwarming Pumpkin Chicken Soup that combines tender chicken, creamy pumpkin puree, and aromatic herbs, perfect for chilly evenings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soups
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Chicken Breast (or Thighs)
- 2 cups Pumpkin Puree
- 1 Onion, chopped
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 cup Cream
- 2 tbsp Sage, chopped
- Salt and Pepper, to taste
- 4 cups Chicken Broth
- 1 tbsp Olive Oil
Instructions
- Sauté the aromatics: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute.
- Brown the chicken: Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces, stir into the pot, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned.
- Add pumpkin puree: Mix in the pumpkin puree and let it cook for about 2 minutes.
- Pour in the liquid: Add chicken broth, stir well, and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Season the soup: Stir in chopped sage and season to taste. Let it simmer for 15-20 minutes.
- Blend for smoothness: Use an immersion blender for desired texture.
- Finish with cream: Stir in cream and let it heat through.
- Serve: Ladle into bowls and garnish as desired.
Notes
Can be enjoyed with crusty bread or garnished with fresh herbs for an enhanced presentation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: pumpkin soup, chicken soup, fall recipe, comforting soup, autumn dish