Description
A creamy and flavorful soup inspired by the classic Chicken Cordon Bleu dish, featuring tender chicken, ham, and Swiss cheese.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup ham, diced
- 1 cup Swiss cheese, shredded
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sauté until the onion is translucent.
- Stir in the shredded chicken, diced ham, and dried thyme.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
- Reduce heat and stir in the heavy cream and Swiss cheese until melted and combined.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional cheese if desired.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream.
- Feel free to add vegetables like carrots or celery for extra flavor.
- This soup can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American