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Creamy Pumpkin Chicken Soup Delight

Creamy Pumpkin Chicken Soup Delight for Cozy Fall Evenings

Creamy Pumpkin Chicken Soup Delight is a cozy, comforting dish perfect for chilly evenings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 2 pieces Chicken Breasts boneless and skinless
  • 15 ounces Pumpkin Puree canned
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth homemade or store-bought
For the Aromatics
  • 1 piece Onion diced finely
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 pieces Carrots sliced
  • 2 pieces Celery chopped
For the Spices
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon Nutmeg
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Creaminess
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream substitute coconut milk for a lighter option
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese

Equipment

  • Crockpot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and half of the ground cumin, cinnamon, and nutmeg mixture. Place the seasoned chicken at the bottom of your crockpot.
  2. Add a layer of diced onions, minced garlic, sliced carrots, and chopped celery over the chicken.
  3. Pour the pumpkin puree evenly over the layered vegetables.
  4. Pour the chicken broth over the pumpkin and vegetables, ensuring all ingredients are submerged.
  5. Sprinkle remaining ground cumin, cinnamon, and nutmeg over the broth, and stir gently.
  6. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
  7. Remove the chicken breasts and shred them before adding back into the pot.
  8. Stir in the heavy cream and cream cheese until fully incorporated.
  9. Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary before serving.
  10. Ladle the warm soup into bowls and serve with crusty bread or artisan crackers.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 18000IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This soup stores excellently; make a larger batch and freeze for future cozy nights.

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