Cheese soup with chicken

Here’s a creamy and comforting Cheese Soup with Chicken recipe:

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced (use rotisserie chicken or cook your own)
• 1 cup milk or heavy cream
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (or a mix of cheeses like cheddar and Monterey Jack)
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme or rosemary (optional)
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Sauté the vegetables: In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, until the vegetables start to soften.

2. Add flour: Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and cook, stirring constantly, for about 2 minutes to make a roux. This will help thicken the soup.

3. Add broth: Gradually whisk in the chicken broth, making sure to dissolve any flour lumps. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for about 10 minutes, until the vegetables are tender.

4. Add chicken and milk: Stir in the cooked chicken and milk (or heavy cream). Heat the mixture until warmed through, but do not let it boil.

5. Add cheese: Gradually stir in the shredded cheese until melted and smooth. If the soup is too thick, you can add more milk or broth to reach your desired consistency.

6. Season: Stir in the dried thyme or rosemary (if using), and season with salt and pepper to taste.

7. Garnish and serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley.

This cheese soup with chicken is creamy, rich, and perfect for a cozy meal. Enjoy!