Healthy Chicken Pot Pie Soup is total comfort food! Made in your instant pot, crockpot or on the stove – this yummy soup is paleo, whole30 and SO delicious! Easy to make and SO cozy – you’ll love how creamy and tasty this chicken pot pie soup is while being completely dairy free!
Healthy Crockpot Soup Recipe
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This healthy chicken pot pie soup might just be my all time favorite recipe on the site. I know that’s a SUPER bold statement when I have things like my Healthy Chicken Pad Thai or Healthy Orange Chicken… but MAN this soup is delicious.
This soup is ALL the things you love about chicken pot pie.. except in a cleaned up, healthier version!
Why We Love Chicken Pot Pie Soup
- SO cozy
- rich and creamy (with no dairy)
- hearty and filling
- ridiculously simple to make
- super tasty
Don’t get me wrong, I love the real deal chicken pot pie (because, uhm, hello.. pie crust is great) but when you want a better-for-you version.. you have to try this Healthy Chicken Pot Pie Soup!
We kept this soup completely nut free, gluten free, dairy free, paleo and Whole30 friendly for you. There are lots of substitutions included below depending on what you need for your diet as well!
The soup gets it’s creaminess from potatoes – no milk or flour needed here! It’s totally rich and thick – you’d never know.
(If you’re looking for another creamy, delicious soup – you have to try this Healthy Broccoli Soup or our Healthy Potato Soup)
Let me show you how to make it!
Ingredients for Chicken Pot Pie Soup Crock Pot, Instant Pot, or Stove Top Methods:
This crockpot chicken pot pie soup is made with pretty simple ingredients.
You’ll also need a blender to make this. A regular blender works fine or you can use an immersion blender. You can make this in the crockpot or instant pot so grab that if you’re using it!
How to Make Chicken Pot Pie Soup Recipe:
Making this soup in the crockpot is really easy.
- Put all your ingredients in the base and cook on low.
- When your soup is done cooking, take the large chunks of potatoes out and blend them with broth/almond milk.
- Remove your chicken and shred.
- Add your chicken + blended potato mixture into the pot and stir to combine.
Cutting the potatoes in large and small pieces makes it easier to take out the big pieces for blending. The soup may look a little funny when you first stir it together, but just keep stirring!
Separation is normal when you refrigerate or freeze this, just stir it up and you’ll be fine!
I like to shred the chicken roughly so it’s super hearty and there are big chunks of it like you’d get in regular pot pie!
Instant Pot Chicken Pot Pie Soup
You sure can! I love making pressure cooker Chicken Pot Pie Soup! I’ve included all instant pot instructions below in the recipe card.
Making this soup in the instant pot is almost identical to making in the crockpot or the stove. It is quicker than making it in the slow cooker and about 10 minutes quicker in the instant pot than making this on the stove!
Cooking Tips for Healthy Crockpot Soup Recipe:Β
Use cooked chicken to speed up the soup. Grab a rotisserie chicken and shred or use my Easy Instant Pot Shredded Chicken to make this even quicker. If you’re doing this in your instant pot, follow all instructions below, except omit the chicken and only cook for 5 minutes.
If you’re doing this in your stovetop, follow all instructions and cook for about 20 minutes or until potatoes are cooked. Stir in cooked chicken when you’re ready to eat.
Substitutions for Healthy Chicken Pot Pie Soup:
This soup is SO versatile. Here are some of the ways you can customize it:
Potatoes: We do not recommend making this soup without the potatoes. The potatoes are used to thicken the soup and make it creamy. While other soups use heavy cream or milk to thicken it and make it creamy, the blended potatoes give the soup a rich texture and taste while keeping it low calorie, gluten free and dairy free.
Olive Oil: You can substitute melted butter or any oil for olive oil. Avocado or coconut oil would work best. You can also spray your pan with olive oil instead of pouring it in the pot.
Herbs: I love adding 1/2 teaspoon of fresh chopped rosemary or thyme to this soup. It really elevates the flavor!
Almond Milk: You can replace the almond milk with coconut milk to keep the recipe dairy free or substitute regular milk if you’re not dairy free. (1:1) You really can’t taste the almond milk in this recipe though! If you want to add heavy cream.. feel free to do so!
Peas/Corn: Feel free to add 1 cup of frozen peas or corn in once cooked!
Veggies: You can use any vegetables you have on hand in this recipe. More onion, carrots and celery are always a good idea! I’ve also stirred in chopped spinach or green beans after making this and it’s great!
Vegetarian: Skip the chicken and double up on all the veggies or add in chickpeas for a vegetarian pot pie!
Stovetop/Instant Pot/Slow Cooker: You can make this soup however you’d like! All instructions are included in the recipe below!
Can the chicken be substituted for a different type of meat? We haven’t tried using other types of meat in this recipe. Chicken breasts, boneless skinless chicken thighs or even chicken tenders can be used in this recipe. You can use leftover turkey in this pot pie soup as well! We also have a Healthy Turkey Pot Pie Soup or this Leftover Turkey Soup is great too!
Pot Pie: I have not tried baking this in a pot pie shell. I don’t think it would work. Instead try our Healthy Chicken Pot Pie
*Weight Watchers Note: The points for this soup were calculated using almond milk. Points will always vary depending on exact ingredients used. Points used were as follows: Potatoes : 15 Olive Oil: 6: Almond Milk: 1 = 22/4 servings.
Is this healthy chicken pot pie soup dairy free? This chicken pot pie soup is completely dairy free if you use dairy free milk. We like coconut cream or almond milk.
Frequently Asked Questions about Healthy Chicken Pot Pie Soup
No Need to thicken this soup! The potatoes make this soup rich and thick without the need for flours, heavy cream, or other thickening agents π
Yes, you can make this chicken pot pie soup ahead. You can add all ingredients to your crockpot and cook the next day, or cool completely and reheat when ready to enjoy.
Serving and Storing Chicken Pot Pie Soup Recipe:
This soup will last for 5 days in your refrigerator.
Freezing: You can freeze this chicken pot pie soup. Store in airtight containers and allow it to cool completely before freezing. I love Souper Cubes for freezing soup. Code CLEANEATING10 works to save $$!
When ready to eat, defrost the night before in your refrigerator or just pop in a microwave/pan and heat! If stored properly it should stay good for 4-6 months.
This Chicken Pot Pie Soup is a pretty hearty soup, so it’s fine to enjoy on it’s own – but I also have served it with a salad and chicken tenders and it’s yummy! Crackers or a big loaf of bread will also be perfect for dipping/dunking!
Does Healthy Chicken Pot Pie Soup freeze well? Yes! This soup freezes well! It might separate a little bit when cooled but just stir it together.
Other healthy soup recipes:
We love soup SO much that we actually have a free healthy soup ebook! We also have a post filled with 25 Healthy Soup Recipes!
- Leftover Turkey Soup
- Asian Chicken Soup
- Healthy Butternut Squash Soup
- Healthy Italian Wedding Soup
- Lemon Chicken Soup
- Easy Minestrone Soup
Stove Top, Crock Pot, or Instant Pot Chicken Pot Pie Soup
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lb. chicken breasts about 2 larger breasts
- 1 cup celery 1 inch pieces
- 1 cup carrot 1 inch pieces
- 1 cup onion finely chopped
- 1/2 tablespoon garlic finely minced
- 2 cups yukon gold potatoes peeled+ cut into 1 inch pieces
- 1 cup yukon gold potatoes peeled+ cut into quarters so that you can remove them at the end
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon dried parsley
- 3 cups chicken broth or bone broth- low sodium!
- 1/4 teaspoon dried basil
- 3 tablespoons parsley for garnish
- 1/2 cup almond milk or milk/ other dairy free milk
Instructions
Instant Pot Instructions
- Set Instant Pot to regular sautΓ© function. Add olive oil to the pot. Lightly sear the chicken breasts on each side about 2 minutes. Remove the breasts to a plate and set aside. The chicken will not be cooked through, but this is ok.
- Add in the celery, carrot, onion, garlic, salt, pepper, parsley and basil.Β SautΓ© for 2 minutes or until slightly translucent. Add in small cut potatoes + stir.
- Lay the chicken breasts on top of the vegetable/small potato mixture. Add large potato quarters on top of chicken. Pour in broth.
- Turn the Instant Pot to High Pressure (manual on older models), sealing and cook for 9 minutes. Allow it to natural release for 5 minutes. Manually release the rest of the pressure after 5 minutes.
- Remove the large potato pieces + chicken breasts.
- Place large potato quarters, almond milk + 1/2 cup of broth *from the pot* (a few ladels full!) into a blender until smooth. Add back into the pot
- Place chicken breasts on a cutting board and shred.Β Put the chicken back into the pot.Β
- Stir together until combined and smooth. Garnish with parsley and serve.
Crockpot Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a pan on the stove. Add in the celery, carrot, onion, garlic, salt, pepper, parsley and basil.Β SautΓ© for 2 minutes or until slightly translucent. (This step is optional, but recommended!)
- Layer raw chicken, cooked vegetables, and potatoes in the crockpot. Add broth. Cover + set to low for 6 hours.
- Once cooked, remove the large potato pieces + chicken breasts.
- Place large potato quarters, almond milk + 1/2 cup of broth *from the pot* (a few ladels full!) into a blender until smooth. Add back into the pot.
- Place chicken breasts on a cutting board and shred.Β Put the chicken back into the pot.Β
- Stir everything together until combined and smooth. Garnish with parsley and serve.
Stovetop Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot on the stove. Add in the celery, carrot, onion, garlic, salt, pepper, parsley and basil.Β SautΓ© for 2 minutes or until slightly translucent.
- Add raw chicken, potatoes and broth in the pot. Bring to a boil. Once boiling, lower heat to a simmer and cook on medium heat for 30 minutes
- Once cooked, remove the large potato pieces + chicken breasts.
- Place large potato quarters, almond milk + 1/2 cup of broth *from the pot* (a few ladels full!) into a blender until smooth. Add back into the pot.
- Place chicken breasts on a cutting board and shred.Β Put the chicken back into the pot.Β
- Stir everything together until combined and smooth. Garnish with parsley and serve.
Katie
Loved this recipe! It was super easy and delicious! My husband even liked it!
The Clean Eating Couple
So glad you liked it, Katie!
Traci
Absolutely amazing! Not only was it simple in the instant pot but it was extremely tasting good! Definitely making this again!
The Clean Eating Couple
So glad you liked it, Traci! It’s so easy to do in the instant pot!
Melissa Levato
Delicious!! I added some turnip and parsnips to up the veggies (and they needed to be used). It was so warm and comforting. I Will definitely be making this one again!!
The Clean Eating Couple
Love that addition, Melissa! Perfect way to use up veggies π
Breighan
Made this soup for dinner last night and my very picky eaters loved it. Definitely keeping in my soup recipe folder.
The Clean Eating Couple
Yay!! This makes me so happy to hear, Breighan!
Lori K
Just made this in my Instant Pot!! So delicious, and so very quick& Easy!! Definitely putting this one on repeat! Canβt wait to try more of your recipes!!
The Clean Eating Couple
So glad you liked it Lori π Enjoy!! This is another favorite around here!
Paula K
Creamy, filling and healthy. I made this in the pressure cooker. I’m not dairy free so I used cow milk and followed the recipe step by step. The soup is delicious!
The Clean Eating Couple
I’m so glad you liked it, Paula!!
Jill
This recipe is delicious and so easy! Everyone should make this soup……
The Clean Eating Couple
Yay! Thank you so much, Jill! Glad you liked it!
Stacey
Really good and really simpleβwhat could be better! π I made the stove top version and added some leftover butternut squash for the win! Always good for added texture and flavor to any soup. Thank you, Liz, for another great recipe!!
The Clean Eating Couple
Love the addition of butternut squash – that is genius!! Totally trying that π Glad you enjoyed it!
Julie LePrevost
Delicious recipe! I don’t have an instant pot so I baked chicken breast and used a dutch oven to make the soup, worked out great! I used almond milk and no one would miss the dairy!
The Clean Eating Couple
Thank you so much, Julie!! You can easily make this in the crockpot or on the stovetop π Glad you enjoyed it!
Jen
Seriously SO delicious! And easy? Yep! I have a βpicky with healthy foodsβ husband and he really enjoyed it as well! Total winner and it will be in my dinner rotation!
The Clean Eating Couple
So happy to hear this! Even the pickiest of eaters will love this soup – it’s sooo good! Glad you enjoyed it π
Kim
This was THE best whole30 soup Iβve ever made!!
I will eat this always! Iβve havenβt loved a recipe this
Much in a long time! Thank You!
The Clean Eating Couple
That makes me so happy to hear, Kim!! Thank you so much!
Michelle
Used my slow cooker and results were awesome!!!
The Clean Eating Couple
So glad you liked it, Michelle!
Victoria
Delicious and so easy to make!
The Clean Eating Couple
Thanks, Victoria! Glad you liked it!
Terra
This recipe was so easy to follow, so delicious, pure comfort. Thank you so much.
The Clean Eating Couple
Thank you so much, Terra! It is total comfort food π
Genevieve Lee
this was the easiest recipe ever!! took about 10 minutes to get everything into the crockpot!! i love every soup recipe!!
The Clean Eating Couple
Thank you so much, Genevieve! It’s super easy to make in your crockpot! Glad you liked it!
Kelli
How long in the crockpot?
The Clean Eating Couple
Please scroll up and read the ‘Crockpot Instructions’ for cook times
Rosalie Dembowski
My husband and I both LOVED this soup! I am a big fan of creamy soups and since I can’t tolerate dairy, most creamy soups are off limits to me. I was SO happy to see this one was dairy free. Even better, it was just as creamy, if not creamier, than your regular dairy filled soup.We love it and will love it every night we eat it!
The Clean Eating Couple
I am so glad you enjoyed it, Rosalie!! Thank you so much. If you’re looking for another creamy dairy free soup check out this – it’s equally as delish!!
Lisa
The recipe was so easy to make. I did it stovetop. Adding about a half tsp each of dries rosemary and dried thyme made it perfect. Delicious!
The Clean Eating Couple
Thank you so much, Lisa! Love that addition of the rosemary + thyme – YUM!
Donna
Loved this soup! Husband approved too!
Will definitely make again! So easy and quick! Can easily be customized by adding more veges!
The Clean Eating Couple
So glad you liked the recipe, Donna! The more veggies the better!
LaChelle Dougherty
I love this recipe! Thank you for giving us many different cooking options! I used the stovetop method and doubled the recipe so that I could have it for lunch all week long. I used unsweetened vanilla cashew coconut milk since that is what I had on hand and it was so good! You can’t taste the vanilla. You guys are awesome! Keep up the good work!
The Clean Eating Couple
Thank you so much, LaChelle!! Love that you were able to sub that in π
Meghan
This was sooo delicious. Even my 2 and 4 year olds gobbled it up, and my 4 year old is a notoriously picky eater. I made it in the crock pot and I added one can of creamed corn which I think added a nice flavor. Will definitely be making this again ASAP!
The Clean Eating Couple
So glad you and your family liked it, Meghan!! Love that addition – that sounds so good with the corn!
Terra
This recipe was easy to make, instructions were easy to follow. Delicious and hearty, very fulfilling, we will be making this again.
The Clean Eating Couple
Thank you so much, Terra! So glad you enjoyed it!
Audrey Mostello
This recipe received a thumbs up from each of my 3 picky kids. I love when I can find an easy and tasty recipe, that is compliant for me, and approved by the rest of my family. Added bonus – all ingredients on hand! No extra trips to the store.
The Clean Eating Couple
So glad you and your kids loved it, Audrey! π Makes me so happy to hear!
Annmarie. K
My husband and I both loved this recipe! Must I add, he’s quite a picky eater too! Lol. But this was just delicious! Way to go on this creation, Liz! Will def be making again! I don’t have a blender at the moment so I hand-mashed the potatoes with a regular ol’ potato masher, wondered if it would still turn out as good, & little did I know, It was finely mashed, & i couldn’t had told a difference! π worked out great! Cooked it on the stovetop, & I’m going to freeze the leftovers for an easy planned ahead dinner. Just wondering, how long would you say the freezed leftovers will stay good for? Also thank you for all these amazing food recipes! Love your work!
The Clean Eating Couple
I’m so glad you and your husband enjoyed this, Annmarie! That makes me so happy to hear! Glad it worked with the potato masher. If stored properly it should stay good for 4-6 months in the freezer. You’re so welcome!!
Kristen
Absolutely LOVED this recipe! Super easy in the Instant Pot after a busy work day. Adding the potato purΓ©e at the end made it super creamy without a roux or flour (so much appreciated from someone who has a wheat allergy!!). Hubby devoured it and asked if I could make it again! I added some thyme and sage because I didnβt have parsley…. tasted just like Chicken Pot Pie!!
The Clean Eating Couple
So glad you liked it, Kristen! Love the thyme/sage addition – that sounds delicious!
Candy
This was easy and so good! Highly recommend this one. My husband liked it to and ate two bowls.
The Clean Eating Couple
So glad you both liked it, Candy! Thank you so much!
Katie
This was the perfect soup for when the temperature was dropping and the snow was moving in. My husband liked it so much that I made a second batch 2 days later!
The Clean Eating Couple
Glad you liked it Katie! It’s even better the next day π
Katina
This recipe was so easy and just delicious!!! Thatβs even after I accidentally doubled the garlic and added a bit too much pepper!! Lol
So very good- I look forward to making this again!
Thank you for sharing π₯°
The Clean Eating Couple
Glad you liked it, Katina! You can never have too much garlic, LOL!
Courtney
Hi!
Iβm making this for the first time β do you think there is a noticeable difference between using unsweetened vanilla almond milk vs coconut milk? also, do you think frozen broccoli would be a good addition or would it change the taste too much? is chopped spinach a better alternative instead? or both, lol!! trying to up the veggies without affecting the taste of the broth too much.
The Clean Eating Couple
Hi Courtney – I would not use vanilla almond milk. Unsweetened non-dairy milk or regular dairy milk would be fine, but the vanilla might make it taste funny. Chopped veggies would be great! If you’re using frozen broccoli I would thaw it, squeeze out the water and add it at the very end so it doesn’t tun to much. Same goes for the spinach. Would stir it in at the very end!
MTW
This reply is VERY late, but I made this with coconut milk and frozen broccoli last night. I thawed the frozen broccoli and gave it a rough chop before I stirred it in at the end. Made it in the instant pot. It was quite good!
The Clean Eating Couple
Thank you so much! I’m so glad you liked it!
Kelly
What a great recipe! Did mine in the Instant Pot and so easy! I used 1% milk and a couple Russett and red skinned potatoes because I didnβt have Yukon golds – very tasty!!! Wish I wouldve blended a little bit more potato for extra thickness but Iβm not complaining! Tasty, delicious, easy – adding to my dinner arsenal !
The Clean Eating Couple
So glad to hear you enjoyed it, Kelly! It’s one of our favorite soups. You can always add more potatoes next time if you want it to be thicker!
Barb Braun
Can you use frozen chicken breasts in the instant pot and Cooke the whole meal? How much additional time would I need?
The Clean Eating Couple
I never cook frozen chicken in the instant pot or crockpot. It’s a food safety issue because your chicken might not cook and you could get sick so I can’t recommend anything for this. Sorry!
Vicky O.
Very tasty and pretty simple too. I made a few changes only to use up what I already had and it still came out wonderfully! Since I didnβt have fresh carrots or celery, I substituted those with a blend of frozen veggies (broccoli, carrots, cauliflower, peas). Used almond milk and vegetable broth. Still came out thick and creamy though, and very flavorful too! I look forward to making this again.
The Clean Eating Couple
So glad you liked it, Vicky! I’m happy all those substitutions worked for you!
Gabrielle
This was absolutely incredible!! So nice to have something healthy and guilt free! All the ingredients were affordable! This is my new go to!!
The Clean Eating Couple
This makes me SO happy to hear!! Thanks Gabrielle! Glad you enjoyed it π
Patricia
Made this and will definitely make again! Easy, delicious and healthy.
Easy to follow instructions which I love!
The Clean Eating Couple
So glad you liked it Patricia!
Sara
This recipe was simple and came together quickly! It tasted delicious and we will definitely add it to the meal rotation. We used almond milk and it worked great. We also added peas and corn and enjoyed the extra veggies.
The Clean Eating Couple
Thank you so much, Sara! I totally need to try it with the added peas/corn – that sounds delicious π
Sara
Really easy to make and entire family loved it!
The Clean Eating Couple
Thank you so much, Sara! Glad your family enjoyed it π
Jim Compton
Made this chicken pot pie soup. It was delish & so easy to make.
The Clean Eating Couple
So glad you liked it, Jim!
Martha
Iβm excited to try this! Have you tried it with sweet potatoes in addition to or instead of the Yukon gold?
The Clean Eating Couple
Hi Martha- I haven’t tried it with sweet potatoes! They’re not a little more starchy/not as creamy as a yukon gold potato, so I’m not sure how they would hold up!
Carly
LOVED this soup! Since I’m lactose intolerant, I’m always looking for the perfect, dairy-free creamy soup. The recipe was easy to follow (made on stovetop) and it was delicious! Can’t wait to make it again! π
The Clean Eating Couple
So glad you liked it, Carly!! You have to try my Healthy Potato Soup next – totally dairy free, super creamy and delicious!
Jeanne Dubs
So yummy and quick to make in an Instapot!! It has been saved on my Keeper board!
The Clean Eating Couple
So glad you enjoyed it, Jeanne! Thanks for sharing!
Cristy
Do you have any suggestions for swapping out the potatoes? Iβm trying to stay away from them, but I know they probably help with thickening the soup (and making it taste so good π
The Clean Eating Couple
Hi Cristy – I’m sorry but I don’t. The potatoes help make the soup thick/creamy. Cauliflower might work but I haven’t tried it so I can’t guide you on timing, taste, or result. Good luck!
Charity Nicosia
So stinking good! Pot pie is my favorite and soup form is just as good. Thank you!
The Clean Eating Couple
So glad you like it, Charity!!
Amy
Amazing!!!! The best dairy free, gluten free chicken pot pie Iβve ever had! Iβm always game for healthy comfort food, Iβm glad this recipe was so simple! Thank you again!
The Clean Eating Couple
So glad you liked it, Amy! Thank you so much!!
Michelle
My new favorite soup! Iβll be making this once a week for sure !!
The Clean Eating Couple
Thank you so much Michelle! Glad you like it!
Michelle Wills-Jiron
What is the conversion in the slow cooker to expedite the cooking time? High for 4hrs? Or high for 2hrs? Would it cook just as well and faster on high temperature?
The Clean Eating Couple
Hi Michelle – without testing I’m not sure, although I can confidently say that 2 hours is not enough. It might work for 4-6 hours on high. The main thing is to make sure that the chicken is cooked and potatoes are tender. Good luck! Sorry I couldn’t be more help.
Megan
My husband and I made this in the instant pot last night and it was delicious! We added a sprig of fresh rosemary, a tsp. turmeric, anaheim peppers, and subbed coconut milk for the coconut cream. We’ll definitely make this again
The Clean Eating Couple
So glad you liked it, Megan! those additions sound awesome!
Judy
Iβm obsessed! Iβm lactose sensitive and found this recipe when looking for a dairy-free version of chicken pot pie. Never would have thought to put coconut milk and blend potatoes to make it creamy, but I love that this is so delicious and healthy! I cooked up a big batch for local health professionals working tirelessly to care for patients, and Iβm so excited to have enough for my husband and I to enjoy for a few meals too. I posted about this on my social media and so many friends have asked me for the recipe! I canβt wait to make it again.
The Clean Eating Couple
Thank you so much Judy! That was so sweet of you to bring to our health care workers – I’m sure they appreciated this. Thanks for sharing!
Tianna
Made this soup in the crockpot with so many extra potatoes I had, with a few substitutions based on what I had in the fridge. It came out delish!! Honestly tasted exactly like what you think chicken pot pie soup would taste like, so my husband and I were very impressed! I think I used too much broth because it ended up being a little watery after I blended in the potatoes, but I cooked it down a bit more the next day to eliminate some liquid and it was PERFECT. Thank you Liz!!!
The Clean Eating Couple
Yay!! So glad you both enjoyed it π
Katie
What a great idea! I love chicken pot pie but the normal version is not very healthy. Blending and using potatoes as the base is genius. It was so creamy. You donβt miss the heavy cream or crust.
Loved this recipe!! I used less chicken broth, 2% milk, and more veggies. My boyfriend and I both thought this was delicious!
The Clean Eating Couple
So glad you both liked it, Katie!
Bridget
I made this soup exactly as is and it is simply delicious! Very easy simply ingredients.
One of my biggest beefs with online recipes is that when you make it it looks nothing like the pictures on the website. This looked exactly like your pictures. Thank you for not faking it!!
The Clean Eating Couple
Thank you so much, Bridget! We don’t ever do anything to our photos/food to make them look different from what they look like in real life so I’m glad you liked them π
Lacey
This is such a great soup even my picky son like it
The Clean Eating Couple
Thanks, Lacey! Glad you liked it!
Irene M.
My husband and I love this soup! We’ve been getting a lot of rain and all I craved for was a comforting, warm bowl of soup, that was also healthy of course! This really hit the spot! I love that it’s paleo/whole30 and dairy free. My husband isn’t into coconut flavors – but he couldn’t tell the “cream” was coconut based. I’ll definitely be making this one again and again! Thank you so much Clean Eating Couple π
The Clean Eating Couple
So glad you liked the soup, Irene! Thank you so much!!
Anita
My husband loves this soup! Said it was the best soup I have ever made! I must agree, this is a very tasty soup, and it has been put in my soup go to’s! So delicious!
The Clean Eating Couple
So glad you and your husband enjoy it, Anita! Thank you so much!
Morgan
Great take on a regular chicken pot pie, love that it’s dairy free so my partner can take it for lunches without a worry. Great recipe, very tasty, added garlic bread on the side to dip and was delicious.
The Clean Eating Couple
So glad you enjoyed it Morgan!
connie
Oh I want to make this soup, it looks sooo yummy. In your pics I see something sprinkled on top.
What did you use? Thanks for a very nice recipe, can’t wait to try it.
The Clean Eating Couple
Hi Connie – We just sprinkled some fresh parsley on top for color/photos. Totally not necessarily but it makes it look pretty π
Enjoy!
Jaycee
If I wanted to put it in a pot pie after, how would I do that? Im so excited to make this tonight!!!
The Clean Eating Couple
I’ve never tried that Jaycee, and I wouldn’t recommend it as this may be too soupy to fill a pot pie and bake.
Kelsey
This was so delicious! I ended up using heavy whipping cream & turned out fine. Also added in corn and peas, cooked everything on the stove top and made for an easy weeknight meal!!
The Clean Eating Couple
So glad you liked it, Kelsey! Thank you so much!
Brittany
Really good recipe! I made it in the crockpot and added mushrooms, corn, and peas. My husband loved it! Definitely will make again.
The Clean Eating Couple
Glad you liked it, Brittany! Thank you so much!
Jess
Loved it! Made it tonight and the whole family loved it.
The Clean Eating Couple
So glad you liked it, Jess!
Rose
I have not tried this recipe yet. How about chopping up the raw chicken into bite size pieces before adding it to the soup? I
The Clean Eating Couple
Hi Rose – I haven’t tried that but I’m sure that would work. I prefer the big chunks of chicken – but I think either way it would work!
Liz Yeager
Very good and simple to make! I chose the stovetop method. Will definitely be making this again!
The Clean Eating Couple
So glad you liked it, Liz!
Emma
So glad I discovered this recipe for Autumn. So tasty and hearty. Glad I decided to batch cook it and freeze it down.
The Clean Eating Couple
Thank you so much, Emma! It’s the perfect soup to batch cook!
Maria
Very good and tasty. I added a little thyme and rosemary and it made the difference. Also I used low sodium chicken broth. The rosemary and thyme help with the reduction in salt taste. Yummy.
The Clean Eating Couple
Yum! Sounds great, Maria! We always recommend using low/no sodium broth in soups. This soup shouldn’t taste salty.
Stephanie
My whole family enjoyed this recipe!! Even the super picky eaters liked it! Win win for my family!
The Clean Eating Couple
So glad you liked it, Stephanie – thank you!!
Nicole
This soup is delicious! I love this recipe because it doesnβt taste βskimmedβ down or super heathy. Itβs a must make!
The Clean Eating Couple
Thanks, Nicole! It definitely is meant to taste rich and creamy!
Kelly
Such a delicious soup!
The Clean Eating Couple
Thanks, Kelly! So glad you like it!
Cori
Do you think this would be ok with oat milk? We are dairy, coconut, and nut free?
The Clean Eating Couple
I haven’t tried that, Cori but I think it would work!
Susie Robertson
I just made this, and went back for a 2nd bowl! Delicious, filling, and very comforting for a cool and rainy day!
The Clean Eating Couple
So glad you enjoyed it, Susie!!
Kelly Deen
Do I need to peel the potatoes?
The Clean Eating Couple
Yes, it is noted in the recipe and also in the images π I wouldn’t recommend leaving the skin on.
Taylor
So delicious and very easy to make in the instant pot!!
I will definitely be making this soup again!
The Clean Eating Couple
Thanks, Taylor! So glad you liked it!
EmilyRopeDropTravel
This soup was a HUGE hit with my family! My kids and my husband couldn’t get enough and they’ve already asked me to make it soon. Thank you for sharing such an easy to make and yummy recipe!!
The Clean Eating Couple
Thank you so much, Emily! So happy you and your family enjoyed it π
Heather Briones
This soup is super tasty & simple to make. I used the Instant Pot method and doubled it for leftovers. Perfect soup for a fall/winter night.
The Clean Eating Couple
Thank you Heather! So glad you liked it!
Susan
This came out really good! Doubled the entire recipe. It’s a keeper. Thank You.
The Clean Eating Couple
Thank you so much, Susan! Glad you enjoyed it!
Kyle
So delicious and filling!! The best thing to warm you up on a cold day!
The Clean Eating Couple
So glad you liked it, Kyle!!
Jessica
I made this in the instant pot. It was so delicious and easy to make. I am definitely keeping this one in rotation during the cooler months. Tastes so decadent and itβs healthy!! Freezes well too. Thanks Clean Eating Couple for another great recipe π
The Clean Eating Couple
So glad you liked the soup, Jessica! Thank you so much!
Jera Flood
This soup is exactly what it promises to be and more! It is chicken pot pie without the crust; total comfort food π―! I made this for dinner and it was a BIG hit, used original Ripple milk as my dairy-perfect! I often have soups for breakfast and this will definitely be in regular rotation. Delish!
The Clean Eating Couple
I’m so glad you liked it!! Thank you!!
Tyler
Awesome recipe
The Clean Eating Couple
So glad you liked it!
Nicole
Added fresh rosemary. The coconut milk and potato puree is brilliant! Everyone loves it
The Clean Eating Couple
So happy to hear this, Nicole! Thank you!
Rosy
We made this last night, and it was delicious! It all fit in our 3 quart instant pot. I added a little bit of sage and thyme. Great recipe!
The Clean Eating Couple
So glad you liked it, Rosy! Thank you!
Jenniferr
Sounds great! My son is allergic to coconut. Can I substitute with milk instead? How much should I use? Thank you!
The Clean Eating Couple
Hi Jennifer – this is all noted in the substitutions: You can replace the coconut milk with almond milk to keep the recipe dairy free or substitute regular milk if you’re not dairy free. (1:1)
Jessica
Made this recipe tonight using the almond milk option. Fantastic! Funny how a preassure cooker brings out so much flavor. I did sear, and cook my chicken a bit in a pan on the stove added 3 cups of water to make my own broth. Thank you for the wonderful recipe.
The Clean Eating Couple
Glad you liked it, Jessica! So happy you enjoyed it!
Lyndsey
Love this recipe! The soup had a great flavor and I canβt wait to make it again!
The Clean Eating Couple
So glad you liked it, Lyndsey! Thank you so much!!
Patricia Tomerlin
Have made this many times – it is a staple!
The Clean Eating Couple
So happy you liked it, Patricia! Thank you!!
Becca
This soup was so easy to make, especially with leftover turkey from Thanksgiving. I will for sure make it again. It was so great to have a “creamy” soup without any dairy!
The Clean Eating Couple
Thanks, Becca! so glad you liked it!
Nicole S
This soup is amazing! I love how creamy it is without extra fat or dairy! So much flavor! I let mine cook in the crockpot. I will definitely make this again!
The Clean Eating Couple
I’m so happy you like it, Nicole! Thank you!
Christine A
Super simple! Super yummy! And made with ingredients I typically have on hand!! Canβt wait to try some more recipes!!
The Clean Eating Couple
So happy to hear you enjoyed it, Christine! Thank you!
Michelle Dovey
Can you use coconut milk ? Will that alter the taste too much ?
The Clean Eating Couple
This is noted in the substitutions section: You can replace the almond milk with coconut milk to keep the recipe dairy free or substitute regular milk if you’re not dairy free. (1:1) You really can’t taste the milk in this recipe though! If you want to add heavy cream.. feel free to do so!
Amberlyn
This soup is SO creamy, delicious, fast healthy all my 3 boys LOVED it! My bff asked for the recipe! Just make it already!
The Clean Eating Couple
I’m so glad you liked it, Amberlyn! Thank you!
Amy
Would like to make this but need larger portion. Have you ever doubled recipe and if so do you change anything like cooking time? Thank you!
The Clean Eating Couple
Hi Amy – I haven’t tried doubling this but I think it would work. The only thing I would be worried about is if it will fit in your pot/crockpot/instant pot. The cooking time shouldn’t change too much but without trying it I can’t be sure!
Alli
LOVED how easy this soup was to throw together. It tasted delicious and was just the right amount of creaminess without any dairy. Hubby thought it was great and I also shared the recipe with a friend who tried it and really enjoyed it, too! Will definitely be making this again!
The Clean Eating Couple
Love hearing this, Ali! Thank you so much!!
Deanna
Delicious soup! Thank you.
The Clean Eating Couple
Thank you so much, Deanna! So glad you liked it!
Sam
This was GREAT! I made it in the instant pot with homemade chicken bone broth and the chicken I cooked for the broth. Didn’t add the chicken in unlit the very end since it was already cook. I also added herbs of Providence for extra flavor. The only things I would do different is add another potato for blending to make it thicker and mushrooms. I will make this again soon. Also, I cooked biscuits to dunk in for more of a chicken and dumpling vibe.
The Clean Eating Couple
That sounds great, Sam! So glad you liked it! You could definitely make those changes if you’d like. We don’t like mushrooms in soup because they can get a funky texture but feel free to add them!
Jenna
So good! Took out the onion ad garlic due to dietary restrictions and still tasted great. New favorite and very easy.
The Clean Eating Couple
So happy you liked it, Jenna! Thank you so much!
Kristin
Really liked this as a whole30 cold weather soup option. Itβs a little bland but I think thatβs my taste buds adjusting to good for me food :). I added a little extra salt and pepper and herbs.
The Clean Eating Couple
Hi Kristin – glad you liked it! Feel free to add more salt/pepper/herbs. We keep our recipes low salt because depending on the broth/other ingredients people use the salt content will vary which alters the taste. It definitely shouldn’t taste bland π
Rachel Morgan
Could you make it without the potatoes and still get a creamy soup?
The Clean Eating Couple
You might be able to substitute cauliflower but I haven’t tried it. The potatoes are what make it thick and creamy so I wouldn’t recommend removing them.
Kristi Wolfe
This is a staple soup for me to have made, especially since it’s colder out. I grew up in PA, and every winter we’d make tons of chicken pot pie (in a big stew pot with homemade square noodles & all). BUT I can’t have the noodles & such now, so I am grateful for this alternative. I add extra garlic & spices, and I started adding fresh grated ginger as well. I also use more chicken & extra potatoes (to put in the blender), and use coconut cream (from a can). SO GOOD!! It freezes great too & reheats well. ! I let it cool, then put it in ziploc bags and let them freeze flat so I can stack them). I’m going to attempt to cook it tonight in my crock pot on high for 3 hours instead of the normal 6 hours on low–i’m a little scared about that, but I don’t want to be up until midnight.
The Clean Eating Couple
So glad you liked it, Kristi!! I think 3 hours on high might work (you might need 4, it depends on your crockpot!)
Laura
Great recipe! Made the stove top version. I opted to cook the chicken separately and added at the end. Also added in some extra seasoning. Thyme is excellent in this and very in keeping with the flavors of a pot pie. Very cozy & hearty and my whole family enjoyed it. Excited to try more recipes from your site! π
The Clean Eating Couple
Thanks, Laura! So happy you liked it!
nicole
We love this recipe! we use real milk (whole) but other than that, exactly as you write it! My kids ASK for this meal, so you know it’s good!! Pair with some buttery biscuits…nom nom
The Clean Eating Couple
Yum!! So happy everyone enjoys it, Nicole!
Katie
Another wonderful Clean Eating Couple recipe!! This soup is so creamy and delicious. I will be making it all winter π₯°
The Clean Eating Couple
Thanks, Katie! This makes me so happy to hear!
Lisa
Sooooo delicious and comforting! Added some peas as well, just perfect!
The Clean Eating Couple
Thanks, Lisa! Peas are the perfect addition!
Laura
This recipe was so delicious!! I love how creamy it was! And to think there is no dairy!
I also love that there is three cookingβ techniques provided!!
I did it in the Instant Pot and it came out perfectly!!
I helped myself to two servings and my husband did as well!!!
This will be added into our winter dinner rotation!
I highly recommend!
The Clean Eating Couple
So happy you enjoyed it, Laura! Thanks!!
Sandra
I just made this soup and my family and I are loving it. I have almond milk, but used 2% milk instead. So quick and easy for a very cold winterβs day.
The Clean Eating Couple
Thank you so much, Sandra! Glad you liked it!
Karrie Carroll
Hello, when you say 1 inch pieces do you mean width? Should vegetables be thinner or thicker?
Thank you, Karrie
The Clean Eating Couple
Hi Karrie – please refer to the images above if you need help with cutting the veggies! We include a shot of the veggies all cut so you can see.
Jessica
Tried this and my fsmily loved this. I pinned it on my Pinterest board and many of my friends and family with sensitivities tried it and loved it as well. I made my own chicken broth out of the cooked chicken. I like to make my own broth as it saves money and is healthier. I have made this several times now and it comes out perfect every time. The cool thing about this recipe is the photos on this site are real and when you make this delicious recipe it looks just as yummy as the ones here.
The Clean Eating Couple
So happy you liked it, Jessica! Thank you so much!
Ana
Love!
The Clean Eating Couple
So happy you liked it, Ana! Thank you!
Connie
Easy recipe and tastes even better than a traditional chicken pot pie! – Connie
The Clean Eating Couple
So happy to hear this, Connie! Thank you so much!
Donna
Made this for dinner in the instant pot – super easy and everyone enjoyed it. I love the creamy texture without using dairy. Lunch leftovers were even better!
The Clean Eating Couple
Thank you so much, Donna! So glad you liked it!
Kelly
I’ve made this recipe multiple times and it’s consistently good! I love to make pie crust sticks/crackers on the side to get the same flavor but without the annoying prep.
The Clean Eating Couple
That is such a great idea, Kelly!! Totally trying that next time!
Chelsea
My husband and I try to eat Whole30 for the majority of our diet and this is my go to spot when I need new ideas! This soup is one of our favorite recipes even when we arenβt doing Whole30- itβs so creamy you absolutely canβt tell it doesnβt have dairy in it. 10/10 recommend!
The Clean Eating Couple
So happy you liked it, Chelsea!
Alexis N
Iβve made this twice now and itβs sooo yummy, creamy and delicious! Hubby wanted to know why I didnβt double the recipe! Hahaha! Definitely a win for the whole family!
The Clean Eating Couple
Yay!! Next time double it and freeze some!
Karen
I have tried healthy chicken soups before and they always just taste like water. I loved this!!!!!! Easy to make and I love that you give the crockpot recipe and the stovetop recipe. This was my first recipe from you that I tried and I can’t wait to try more. Thank you!!!! Clean eating – healthy – easy to make recipes that are delicious. I’m in!!
The Clean Eating Couple
So glad you liked it, Karen! Thank you!
Alison
Thank you for such a versatile, easy and delicious recipe
The Clean Eating Couple
Thanks, Alison!
Kaylee Kelly
My husband and I loved this soup! Perfect for a rainy day. It was so easy and so tasty. I used rotisserie chicken to make my life easy – highly recommend!
The Clean Eating Couple
So happy you liked it, Kaylee! Thank you!!
Alana
I made this last night and it is amazing! I used coconut milk and that tasted delicious. Will definitely be making again. Thank you!
The Clean Eating Couple
So glad to hear this, Alana!
Ingrid
2 tsp pepper is too much…otherwise good
The Clean Eating Couple
The recipe calls for a 1/2 teaspoon of pepper so I’m not sure where you got that from. Glad you liked it
Jenna
So delicious!! 10/10!!
The Clean Eating Couple
Thank you so much, Jenna!
Jennifer
What is the serving size? I track macros and would love to know.
The Clean Eating Couple
2 cups. It says it in the nutrition facts.
Sarah Housknecht
I popped on to Instagram this morning looking for soup recipes and this was the first one I saw! I had all the ingredients, so it was a cinch to whip up! I cooked on the stovetop in my Dutch oven which was perfect. Soup was delicious, and hearty. My family loved this warm lunch too which is always helpful! So thankful for a nice dairy free soup option. Next time I will try using my crock pot!
The Clean Eating Couple
So happy you all enjoyed it, Sarah! Thank you!
Patty
Loved this recipe and found it just in time! I had been planning on making chicken pot pie in the crockpot this week but was going to go the standard canned condensed chicken soup route and then stumbled into this recipe and was so excited to have a cleaner/healthier alternative. I tried the crockpot version and it was easy to follow and delicious. It even got two very enthusiastic thumbs up from my 6 year old.
The Clean Eating Couple
So happy you enjoyed it, Patty! Thank you so much!
Jenna
Just made this for my family for dinner, everyone gobbled it up, even my picky eaters! It has been requested again. Thank you for the delicious and comforting meal!
The Clean Eating Couple
So happy everyone enjoyed it, Jenna!
Ashley Creech
We made this on a busy weeknight and it was a hit with all three of my kids, my husband, and my father-in-law and brother-in-law. I love the suggested variations and we will be adding this into our menu rotation for fall and winter.
The Clean Eating Couple
So happy to hear that you all enjoyed it! Thanks Ashley!
Katie Farrell
Amazing recipe and gives you that chicken pot pie feel without the guilt!!!
The Clean Eating Couple
Thanks so much, Katie!
Liz kane
One of my all time favorites! I use almond milk and the stove top method and it is just the right amount of creamy . So good!
The Clean Eating Couple
So happy you liked it, Liz!
Elizabeth Taylor
After the first bite, my husband said, βOh my gosh!! This is delicious!! You have to make this again!β
I made it in my Instant pot and did accidentally let it fully release pressure, but it still turned out great! I also used meat from cooking a whole chicken (also recommend that recipe) and just stirred it in per the recommendation in the blog post. Thanks for such a delicious recipe! Will definitely be making more this fall and winter!
Elizabeth Taylor
Also, I added a good amount of freshly cracked pepper on top of each bowl and it was phenomenal!
The Clean Eating Couple
So happy you liked this! Thank you so much!
@glutenfree_by_t
Such a great soup recipe! So simple & healthy while still filling and delicious! Love that itβs gluten free & dairy free!
The Clean Eating Couple
So glad you liked it!
Irina
This is incredibly delicious and comforting!! I did the IP version. It was quick, easy, and so healthy. Canβt wait for my hubby to try!
The Clean Eating Couple
So happy you liked it, Irina! Thank you!
Patricia J Stilwell
I’ve made this recipe several times and love it — or at least a different version of it. I couldn’t find the original recipe so I came back to your website. but the recipe has changed. It no longer calls for coconut milk (or was it coconut cream?) This is the second recipe I’ve looked up in the last two weeks where the current recipe is different than the one I had previously printed (Lemon Chicken Soup). Why do you change your recipes?
The Clean Eating Couple
Hi Patricia – You can use any milk in this recipe. feel free to use coconut milk if you like it. We are always testing our recipes to make them even better, and we found that coconut milk was hard for some people to find – so we wanted to make it clear that they could use ANY milk in the recipe! As for the lemon chicken soup, we simply changed the spices a bit to make it a little bit lower in salt and double checked/updated the cooking times. None of these are major changes. If you want to make the version you have printed out that’s good too. Hope this helps!
Lori
This was so very good thank you for the recipe. β€οΈ
The Clean Eating Couple
Thanks, Lori! I’m so glad you liked it!
Angelika
This looks amazing. I am going to make it for dinner this week! So simple but going to be so yummy and filling which is just what I need during these colder days and nights!
Jessica Hipskind
This soup is absolutely delicious! My husband even went back for seconds. I made chicken stock from scratch along with the almond milk and this recipe couldnβt have been more perfect. The potato, almond milk and chicken stock slurry adds just enough creaminess to give the soup a velvety texture. Another key aspect is this recipe only has you cook the carrots, celery and onion for a couple of
minutes or until translucent which gives the soup a bit of crunch. Highly recommend!
The Clean Eating Couple
So happy you liked it, Jessica! Thank you so much!
Stephanie
This is one of the best recipes out there! A true crowd pleaser! So tasty and so easy to make! Thank you for sharing!!
Brittni Scinto
We love this soup so much that’s it’s become a staple in our house! Love that it’s so easy to make, and that it tastes almost exactly the same as it would if you made the “unhealthy” version of it with all the extra cream and what not. Blending up the potatoes with milk in place of that makes it such a nice consistency!
The Clean Eating Couple
Thank you so much!!
Trudi
Why do I want to add potato chucks and throw they out ?
The Clean Eating Couple
You don’t throw them out. Please read the recipe. They get blended up
Laura
This soup is delicious! I will definitely be making it again very soon!
The Clean Eating Couple
So happy you like it!
Katrina
This recipe was so easy and delicious! Lots of flavor and everyone in my family loved it!
The Clean Eating Couple
So glad you liked it!
Allison
Absolutely love this recipe, it has become a staple for me! I love it for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Itβs quick and easy to make in the instant pot and reheats very well. I followed another comment and add 1/2tsp each rosemary and thyme. Iβm making it today actually π Thanks for the great recipe!
The Clean Eating Couple
Thank you so much Allison! So glad you liked it!
Nicole
Everyone loved it!!! Followed the stove top recipe. When my 11 year old asks for more, you know itβs good!
The Clean Eating Couple
So glad you liked it!
Ashley
Can I use russet potatoes instead? Or would that change the flavor too much?
The Clean Eating Couple
Russet potatoes will work, they’re just a little bit more mealy in texture. Gold potatoes are more creamy
Emily
It was delicious, easy, and healthy! What more could you want!?
The Clean Eating Couple
So glad you liked it, Emily! Thank you so much!
Molly
Sooo yummy! This was so simple and hearty. Even my kids liked it! Perfect snow day meal!
The Clean Eating Couple
Thanks, Molly! Glad you liked it!
Sharon
Soup was easy to make, I did it on the cooker top and used cream. It was delicious, myself and my son really enjoyed it! Keep the recipes coming π Thank you!
The Clean Eating Couple
So happy you enjoyed it!
Karla
Another delicious recipe from The Cleaning Eating Couple! Came out creamy and delicious.
The Clean Eating Couple
So glad you liked it, Karla!
Carrie
This was really easy to make in the instant pot and the taste is great. CEC soups have been a life saver during our January Whole30!
The Clean Eating Couple
So happy you like them, Carrie! Thanks & good luck on your Whole30
Susan Mcbrayer
This soup was awesome!
The Clean Eating Couple
Thank you so much, Susan!
Anita
This has been our go to recipe ever since I found it a year ago! My DH asks for it often! Great with his mother’s recipe of baking powder biscuits! I have tried it all 3 ways, and they turn out all great!
The Clean Eating Couple
Thanks, Anita! I’m glad you liked it!
Stephanie
I love all your recipes and am excited to make this one! Question- do you think dairy-free cream cheese would work in place of a dairy-free milk? Looking at what ingredients I have on hand… I have some of the Kite Hill Cream Cheese- it’s made with Almond Milk! Thoughts? Or is it best to stick with almond milk? I thank you for sharing your recipe and for any guidance! π
The Clean Eating Couple
So glad you like the recipes. I’ve never tried that cream cheese and don’t know how it would work, especially with the heat. I’d be worried it would curdle. I would stick with the almond milk and just follow the recipe as is
Stephanie
Thank you for your reply- this was definitely worth the trip to the grocery store! Delicious!! π After all, recipes are written as they are for a reason!
The Clean Eating Couple
So glad you liked it!
MiChaela
This soup is amazing!! Iβm doing Whole30 right now and it was extra filling and delicious for this 20 degree night. I want to eat it once a week now!
The Clean Eating Couple
So glad you liked it, Michaela! Thank you!