## Beating the Chills with Chicken Potato Soup with Bacon and Sour Cream
Soup season calls for nothing less than this delicious Chicken Potato Soup. Bursting with hearty chunks of chicken, creamy potatoes, crispy bacon and smoothed out with a touch of sour cream; this soup is all about warmth and comfort. With just 45 minutes from prep to table, your quick and satisfying meal is sorted.
## Why Make This Chicken Potato Soup?
This soup is all things comfort. It’s a chunky, creamy, flavorful dish that serves both as an appetizer and a main course. Packed with essential nutrients from chicken, potatoes and milk, it’s a meal in a bowl that satiates and nourishes.
## How to Make Chicken Potato Soup with Bacon and Sour Cream
### Ingredients:
– 4 slices of bacon, chopped
– 1 lb chicken breast, cubed
– 1 medium onion, diced
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 3 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
– 4 cups chicken broth
– 1 cup milk
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 1/2 cup sour cream
– 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
### Directions:
1. Cook the bacon in a large pot over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon and set it aside, but keep the drippings in the pot.
2. Next, toss the chicken cubes in the pot and brown them on all sides. Once done, set aside the browned chicken.
3. Using the same pot and the remaining bacon drippings, sauté the onion and garlic until they turn translucent.
4. Add the potatoes to the pot and cook for about 5 minutes while stirring occasionally.
5. Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Let it cook until your potatoes are tender, which should take about 15 minutes.
6. Return the chicken and half of the bacon to the pot. Stir in milk, salt, and pepper. Continue to cook until heated through.
7. Stir in sour cream for a creamy finish just before serving.
8. Serve hot, garnished with the remaining bacon and optional fresh parsley for added freshness and color.
## How to Serve Chicken Potato Soup
Serve your Chicken Potato Soup hot in a deep bowl, garnished with remaining bacon and optional fresh parsley. Partnered with a warm slice of crusty bread or a side salad, it makes for a complete and satisfying meal.
## How to Store Chicken Potato Soup
Store the leftover soup in an airtight container in the fridge. It can be kept up to 3-4 days. Reheat the soup over medium heat until hot all the way through before serving.
## Tips to Make Chicken Potato Soup with Bacon and Sour Cream
– The key to a flavorful soup is in the broth. Try using homemade chicken broth if you have it.
– For a thicker soup, mash some of the cooked potatoes in the pot before adding the chicken and bacon back in.
– Use a non-stick pot to avoid ingredients sticking to the bottom of the pot.
– Remember to stir the soup regularly to ensure even heating and prevent scorching at the bottom.
## Variations
– For a cheese twist, sprinkle some sharp cheddar cheese on top of your soup before serving.
– For heat lovers, season with some crushed red pepper flakes.
– For added veggies, try adding corn kernels or peas for an additional pop of color and texture.
## FAQs
Q1: Can I replace bacon with a different ingredient?
Yes, if you wish not to use bacon, you can use smoked turkey or ham instead for a similar flavor.
Q2: Can I use a different type of potato?
Absolutely, Yukon gold or red potatoes work great in this recipe.
Q3: How can I make this soup vegetarian?
You can simply omit the chicken and the bacon then replace the chicken broth with vegetable broth for a guilt-less vegetarian version of this soup.