Creamy Chicken and corn Soup

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Creamy Chicken & Corn Soup

Rich, comforting, and full of flavor, this creamy chicken and corn soup is perfect for cozy meals. Serve it with bread, croutons, or in a bread bowl for a satisfying treat.




Ingredients:

  • 1 cup cooked and shredded chicken
  • 1½ cups corn (divided)
  • 2 cups chicken stock (from cooking chicken)
  • 1 cup milk
  • 125 ml thick cream
  • 2 tbsp flour
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 garlic pods, finely chopped
  • 1 spring onion, whites and greens separated
  • 1 tbsp butter or oil
  • ½ chicken stock cube (optional)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the base: Blend 1 cup corn with ½ cup chicken stock to a smooth paste. Mix in the remaining stock, milk, and stock cube (if using). Set aside.
  2. Sauté the aromatics: In a pan, heat butter or oil. Sauté the onion, garlic, and spring onion whites until fragrant.
  3. Cook the corn: Add the remaining ½ cup corn and cook for a few minutes.
  4. Combine the chicken: Stir in the shredded chicken and mix well.
  5. Thicken the soup: Sprinkle in the flour and sauté for a couple of minutes.
  6. Simmer: Pour in the blended corn-stock mixture, stir well, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 5–10 minutes.
  7. Finish with cream: Add the cream, salt, and pepper. Stir well and turn off the heat.
  8. Garnish & serve: Top with spring onion greens and enjoy with bread or croutons.

Tip: This soup is perfect for serving in bread bowls for an extra special touch!

 

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