Creamy Loaded Chicken Potato Soup

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Creamy Loaded Chicken Potato Soup.

1. Step 1

   Begin by preheating your oven to a cozy 375°F (190°C).

2. Step 2

   Take your russet potatoes and give them a few gentle pricks with a fork before wrapping each one snugly in aluminum foil.

3. Step 3

   Place them in the warm embrace of the oven and let them bake until they reach a tender perfection, which should take about 1.

4. Step 4

   5 to 2 hours.

5. Step 5

   Once they’re done, allow them to cool just enough to handle, then scoop out the fluffy insides into a bowl, leaving the skins behind.

6. Step 6

   In a large skillet, warm 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-low heat.

7. Step 7

   Toss in diced onion, carrots, and celery, sautéing until they soften beautifully, around 5 to 10 minutes.

8. Step 8

   Once tender, remove the vegetables from the skillet and set them aside.

9. Step 9

   In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of olive oil and crank the heat to medium-high.

10. Step 10

    Introduce the chicken chunks, seasoning them with 1 teaspoon of salt and 1/2 teaspoon of pepper.

11. Step 11

    Sauté until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink, about 5 to 10 minutes, then set it aside as well.

12. Step 12

    In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat, then whisk in flour, cooking until it turns a light golden brown, about 1 to 2 minutes.

13. Step 13

    Gradually pour in the milk, about 1/4 cup at a time, stirring continuously until the sauce thickens, which should take around 10 minutes.

14. Step 14

    Now, fold in the potato flesh, the sautéed onion mixture, the cooked chicken, chicken stock, and broccoli florets.

15. Step 15

    Add most of the shredded Cheddar cheese, half of the crispy bacon bits, and half of the chopped green onions.

16. Step 16

    Let the soup simmer until everything is heated through and the broccoli is tender, about 10 minutes.

17. Step 17

    Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.

18. Step 18

    Finally, stir in the sour cream and warm it through for another 5 minutes.

19. Step 19

    Serve the soup in bowls, garnishing with the remaining bacon bits, Cheddar cheese, and green onions for a delightful finish.

20. Step 20

    Enjoy this comforting bowl of goodness that warms both the heart and the soul!.