Description
Warm up with a bowl of creamy chicken tenderloin soup that even the most reluctant soup-lover will crave! This hearty and comforting recipe is the perfect blend of tender chicken and rich flavors, guaranteed to make you go back for seconds.
Ingredients
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 onion, diced
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 2 carrots, peeled and sliced
– 2 celery stalks, sliced
– 1 pound chicken tenderloin, cut into bite-sized pieces
– 6 cups chicken broth
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 1 teaspoon dried thyme
– 1 teaspoon dried oregano
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 1 cup frozen peas
– 2 cups baby spinach
– 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, sautéing until the onion is translucent.
2. Stir in the carrots and celery, cooking for another 5 minutes until softened.
3. Add the chicken tenderloin pieces to the pot and cook until browned on the outside.
4. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil.
5. Lower the heat to a simmer and add the heavy cream, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
6. Continue to simmer for 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the chicken to cook through.
7. Stir in the frozen peas and baby spinach, cooking an additional 5 minutes until the spinach is wilted.
8. Adjust the seasoning as needed and garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Enjoy this creamy delight with your favorite warm bread or crackers!