Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step‑by‑Step Instructions
- Begin by placing the chicken breasts, diced potatoes, chopped celery, diced onion, minced garlic, and frozen mixed vegetables into your slow cooker. Ensure the ingredients are evenly distributed.
- In a medium skillet, melt 4 tablespoons of butter over medium heat until bubbly. Whisk in 1/4 cup of flour, stirring constantly until light golden brown, about 2-3 minutes.
- Gradually pour in 4 cups of chicken broth into the roux while continuously whisking to combine smoothly. Allow the mixture to come to a gentle simmer, around 4-6 minutes.
- Once the sauce has thickened, stir in the seasonings: 1 teaspoon each of thyme, paprika, garlic powder and onion powder, and salt and pepper to taste. Mix well for about 1 minute.
- Carefully pour the seasoned sauce over the mixture in your slow cooker. Gently stir everything together.
- Cover the slow cooker and set it on low for 6-7 hours or high for 4-5 hours. The chicken should shred easily and the potatoes should be soft.
- About 15 minutes before serving, stir in 1 cup of heavy cream, adjusting thickness by adding more cream or broth as desired.
- Ladle the soup into bowls, garnished with fresh parsley or thyme. Serve alongside crusty bread or buttery biscuits.
Nutrition
Notes
For a gluten-free version, swap the flour for gluten-free flour. Store leftovers in airtight containers for up to 3-4 days. Freeze portions without cream for longer storage.
