Description
A comforting and creamy Chicken Macaroni Cheese Soup that combines tender shredded chicken, cooked macaroni, and melted cheddar cheese in a savory broth. This easy-to-make soup is perfect for a cozy meal and serves four in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked macaroni
- 1 cup cooked shredded chicken
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup milk
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Vegetables and Seasoning
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 1/2 cup diced celery
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Sauté Vegetables: In a large pot, heat a small amount of oil or butter and sauté the diced onion and celery over medium heat until they become soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add Broth and Boil: Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil to infuse the flavors and simmer the vegetables further.
- Incorporate Macaroni and Chicken: Stir in the cooked macaroni and shredded chicken, mixing well to combine all components evenly.
- Add Dairy and Cheese: Reduce the heat to low and slowly add the milk and shredded cheddar cheese, stirring continuously until the cheese has melted completely and the soup is creamy.
- Season and Heat Through: Season the soup with garlic powder, salt, and pepper to taste. Continue cooking gently until the soup is heated through and flavors meld together, about 5 more minutes.
Notes
- Use freshly shredded chicken or leftover roast chicken for best flavor.
- For a thicker soup, reduce the amount of milk slightly or add a slurry of cornstarch and water.
- Feel free to swap cheddar cheese for a blend of cheeses like mozzarella or Monterey Jack for different flavors.
- This soup can be reheated on the stovetop or in the microwave, adding extra milk if needed to loosen the texture.
- To make it gluten-free, substitute regular macaroni with gluten-free pasta.
