Description
Cozy Creamy Chicken Macaroni Cheese Soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly evenings. This hearty soup combines tender chicken, elbow macaroni, and a rich, creamy cheese base that warms you from the inside out. Each spoonful offers a delightful blend of flavors that will have your family asking for seconds. Easy to prepare and customizable, this soup is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1 cup elbow macaroni
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup chopped carrots or peas (optional)
Instructions
- Heat a large pot over medium heat. Add a splash of oil and cook diced chicken until golden brown (5-7 minutes). Add onions and garlic; sauté until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil. Stir in macaroni and simmer until al dente (8-10 minutes).
- Reduce heat and stir in heavy cream until well combined.
- Gradually add cheddar cheese while stirring until melted and creamy.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot, garnished with extra cheese or herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 350g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 120mg