Chicken Pot Pie Soup
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Chicken Pot Pie Soup is total comfort food! Made in your instant pot, crockpot or on the stove – this yummy soup is easy to make & healthy!
This chicken pot pie soup is ALL the things you love about chicken pot pie.. except in a lighter, healthier version. Perfect for a healthy, easy weeknight meal that’s cozy, rich, and creamy (with no dairy)!
It’s ridiculously simple to make while being hearty and filling with 30g of protein per serving!
liz’s top tips for Chicken Pot Pie Soup
- Use cooked chicken to speed up the chicken pot pie soup. Use leftover chicken or grab a rotisserie chicken and shred or use my Crockpot Whole Chicken or Easy Instant Pot Shredded Chicken to make this soup even quicker. If you’re doing this in your instant pot, follow all instructions below. Sub raw chicken for 2-3 cups cooked chicken and only cook on high pressure for 5 minutes.
- If you’re doing this on your stovetop, follow all instructions. Sub raw chicken for 2-3 cups cooked chicken and cook for about 20 minutes or until potatoes are cooked.
- Cutting the yukon gold potatoes into large and small pieces makes it easier to take out the big pieces for blending.
- Microwave your chicken broth: Microwaving your chicken broth and warming it up before adding it to the crockpot, instant pot, or on the stove can help speed up cooking time.
Ingredients:
You’ll also need a blender to make this soup. A regular blender works fine or you can use an immersion blender.
Substitutions
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.
Chicken Breasts: You can substitute boneless skinless chicken thighs, or even chicken tenders in place of chicken breasts. You can use leftover cooked chicken or turkey in this pot pie soup as well cut the cook time in half! A rotisserie chicken makes it super easy (next, try our rotisserie chicken soup).
Potatoes: We do not recommend making this chicken pot pie soup without the yukon gold 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 this soup creamy, the blended potatoes give the soup a rich texture and taste while keeping it low calorie, gluten free and dairy free.
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 chicken pot pie soup 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 chicken pot pie soup recipe. More onion, celery, and carrots are always a good idea! I’ve also stirred in chopped spinach or green beans after making this and it’s great! We also love this Chicken Vegetable Soup Recipe.
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 chicken pot pie soup however you’d like! All instructions are included in the recipe below!
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
Pasta: If you want a chicken pot pie with noodles, try this Chicken Pot Pie Pasta.
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.
How to Make this soup in the slow cooker
- Put all your ingredients in the crockpot. Cook on low for 6 hours.
- When the soup is done cooking and the potatoes are tender, take the large chunks of yukon gold potatoes out and put them in a blender with broth and milk.
- Blend until smooth.
- Remove your chicken and shred. I like to shred the chicken roughly so it’s super hearty and there are big chunks of it like you’d get in a regular chicken pot pie!
- Add your chicken + blended potato mixture back to the crockpot.
- Stir to combine and enjoy!
If you love your crockpot, this Crockpot Chicken Stew is our favorite! For another cozy soup, try Chicken Corn Chowder.
How to Make This Soup in the Instant Pot
Can you make this chicken pot pie soup in the instant pot?
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 chicken pot pie soup in the instant pot is almost identical to making it in the crockpot or on 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!
Serving Chicken Pot Pie Soup
This Chicken Pot Pie Soup is a pretty hearty soup, so it’s fine to enjoy on its own – but I also have served it with a bowl of frozen veggies or a strawberry goat cheese salad for extra veggies!
Crackers, biscuits, or a big loaf of bread will also be perfect for dipping/dunking! Check out our tips on freezing chicken soup.
Storage
Storage: This chicken pot pie soup will last for 4 days in your refrigerator.
Freezing: You can freeze this chicken pot pie soup, but it’s not my favorite soup to freeze. I find that potatoes can get a little grainy when frozen. We have other healthy freezer meals that might be a better fit or a freezer ebook with 22 freezer friendly recipes
If you are going to freeze the soup, allow the soup to cool completely before freezing. I love these containers for freezing soup.
Separation is normal when you refrigerate or freeze this chicken pot pie soup; just stir it up and you’ll be fine!
When ready to eat, defrost the night before in your refrigerator or just pop it in a microwave/pan and heat! If stored properly, it should stay good for 4-6 months.
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Chicken Pot Pie Soup
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts about 2 larger breasts
- 1 cup celery diced
- 1 cup carrot cut in 1/4 inch thick small circles
- 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
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon dried parsley
- 3 cups chicken broth or bone broth- low sodium!
- 1/4 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley for garnish
- 1/2 cup milk of choice almond milk, whole milk, any milk will work
Instructions
Instant Pot Instructions
- Set Instant Pot to regular sauté 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 and pepper, parsley, basil and rosemary. Sauté 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 chicken broth.
- Turn the Instant Pot to High Pressure (manual on older models), sealing and cook for 9 minutes. Once the soup cooks, allow it to natural release for 5 minutes. Manually release the rest of the pressure after 5 minutes.
- Remove the large potato pieces + chicken.
- Place large potato quarters, 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 on a cutting board and shred. Put the chicken back into the pot.
- 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 and pepper, parsley, basil and parsley. Sauté for 2 minutes or until slightly translucent. (This step is optional, but recommended!)
- Layer raw chicken, cooked vegetables, and potatoes in the crockpot. Add chicken broth. Cover + set to low for 6 hours.
- Once cooked, remove the large potato pieces + chicken breasts.
- Place large potato quarters, 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 on a cutting board and shred. Put the chicken back into the pot.
- 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 and pepper, parsley, basil and rosemary. Sauté for 2 minutes or until slightly translucent.
- Add raw chicken, potatoes and chicken broth in the pot. Cover the pot and bring to a boil. Once boiling, lower heat to a simmer and cook on medium heat for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Once cooked, remove the large potato pieces + chicken breasts.
- Place large potato quarters, 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 on a cutting board and shred. Put the chicken back into the pot.
- Stir everything together until combined and smooth. Garnish with parsley and serve.
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!
So glad you liked it, Rosy! Thank you!
Added fresh rosemary. The coconut milk and potato puree is brilliant! Everyone loves it
So happy to hear this, Nicole! Thank you!
Awesome recipe
So glad you liked it!
This soup is exactly what it promises to be and more! It is chicken pot pie without the crust; total comfort food 💯! 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!
I’m so glad you liked it!! Thank you!!
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 it’s healthy!! Freezes well too. Thanks Clean Eating Couple for another great recipe 💕
So glad you liked the soup, Jessica! Thank you so much!
So delicious and filling!! The best thing to warm you up on a cold day!
So glad you liked it, Kyle!!
This came out really good! Doubled the entire recipe. It’s a keeper. Thank You.
Thank you so much, Susan! Glad you enjoyed it!
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.
Thank you Heather! So glad you liked it!
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!!
Thank you so much, Emily! So happy you and your family enjoyed it 🙂
So delicious and very easy to make in the instant pot!!
I will definitely be making this soup again!
Thanks, Taylor! So glad you liked it!
Do I need to peel the potatoes?
Yes, it is noted in the recipe and also in the images 🙂 I wouldn’t recommend leaving the skin on.
I just made this tonight. I never peel carrots or potatoes, and this came out great!
I just made this, and went back for a 2nd bowl! Delicious, filling, and very comforting for a cool and rainy day!
So glad you enjoyed it, Susie!!
Do you think this would be ok with oat milk? We are dairy, coconut, and nut free?
I haven’t tried that, Cori but I think it would work!
How did the oat milk turn out? We are in the same boat!
any type of milk will work, oat milk does curdle quicker than other non-dairy milks in my experience but it should work!
Such a delicious soup!
Thanks, Kelly! So glad you like it!
This soup is delicious! I love this recipe because it doesn’t taste “skimmed” down or super heathy. It’s a must make!
Thanks, Nicole! It definitely is meant to taste rich and creamy!
My whole family enjoyed this recipe!! Even the super picky eaters liked it! Win win for my family!
So glad you liked it, Stephanie – thank you!!
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.
Yum! Sounds great, Maria! We always recommend using low/no sodium broth in soups. This soup shouldn’t taste salty.
So glad I discovered this recipe for Autumn. So tasty and hearty. Glad I decided to batch cook it and freeze it down.
Thank you so much, Emma! It’s the perfect soup to batch cook!
Very good and simple to make! I chose the stovetop method. Will definitely be making this again!
So glad you liked it, Liz!
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
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!
Loved it! Made it tonight and the whole family loved it.
So glad you liked it, Jess!
Really good recipe! I made it in the crockpot and added mushrooms, corn, and peas. My husband loved it! Definitely will make again.
Glad you liked it, Brittany! Thank you so much!
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!!
So glad you liked it, Kelsey! Thank you so much!
If I wanted to put it in a pot pie after, how would I do that? Im so excited to make this tonight!!!
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.
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.
Hi Connie – We just sprinkled some fresh parsley on top for color/photos. Totally not necessarily but it makes it look pretty 😉
Enjoy!