Description
Creamy Chicken Macaroni Cheese Soup is a warm, comforting dish that perfectly blends the savory flavors of chicken soup with the cheesy goodness of macaroni and cheese. This delightful recipe is ideal for chilly evenings or family gatherings, offering a rich, creamy texture that everyone will love. Packed with tender chicken, hearty vegetables, and melty cheese, this soup can easily become a staple in your kitchen. Plus, it’s easily customizable with seasonal ingredients to suit your taste preferences.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups cooked chicken (shredded or diced)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 large yellow onion (finely diced)
- 2 medium carrots (peeled and finely diced)
- 2 celery stalks (finely diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1½ cups elbow macaroni (uncooked)
- 4 cups sharp cheddar cheese (freshly grated)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Sauté the onion, carrots, celery, and garlic until softened.
- Stir in flour to create a roux, cook for a few minutes.
- Gradually whisk in chicken broth, milk, and cream; bring to a gentle simmer.
- Reduce heat and add grated cheeses until melted and smooth.
- Cook elbow macaroni separately; drain and combine with the soup along with the cooked chicken.
- Allow to simmer for 5–10 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg