Description
A creamy, cheesy twist on the classic dish, this Chicken Cordon Bleu Soup is hearty, flavorful, and perfect for a comforting dinner at home.
Ingredients
- ¼ cup unsalted butter
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 ribs celery, diced
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt (to taste)
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- 1 (32 oz) box chicken broth
- 1 pint heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 4 cups cooked and cubed chicken (about 1 rotisserie or 1 lb)
- 1 (8 oz) package cubed ham
- 1 (8 oz) block cream cheese, cubed and softened
- Swiss cheese, shredded (for serving)
- Homemade or store-bought croutons (for serving)
Instructions
- Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery; sauté until softened.
- Stir in garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1 minute.
- Pour in chicken broth, bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add heavy cream and Dijon mustard, stir to combine.
- Add chicken, ham, and cream cheese. Stir until cream cheese melts and soup thickens.
- Simmer 15–20 minutes. Serve hot with Swiss cheese and croutons.
Notes
- For extra flavor, use leftover holiday ham or turkey.
- Don’t boil the soup after adding cream to prevent curdling.
- Add shredded cheese right before serving for the best texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes