Description
This Buffalo Chicken Soup is a creamy and flavorful soup that’s perfect for a cozy meal. It’s packed with tender chicken, vegetables, and a spicy buffalo kick.
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 2 large breasts)
- 1 cup onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup celery, finely chopped
- 1/2 tablespoon garlic, finely minced
- 1 cup carrots, cut in small coins
- 2 cups Yukon gold potatoes, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
- 1 cup Yukon gold potatoes, cut in half (about 1 large potato)
- 1/4 cup Frank’s Red Hot sauce
- 5 cups no/low-salt chicken broth
- 1/2 cup almond milk (or milk/other dairy-free milk)
Instructions
- Sauté Vegetables (Optional): Heat olive oil in a pan on the stove. Add celery, carrots, onion, and garlic. Sauté for 2 minutes or until slightly translucent. (This step is optional but recommended.)
- Add to Crock Pot: Layer raw chicken, cooked vegetables, and potatoes in the crock pot. Add broth and buffalo sauce. Cover and set to low for 6 hours.
- Blend Potatoes: Once cooked, remove the large potato pieces and chicken breasts. Place large potato halves, milk + 1/2 cup of broth (from the pot) into a blender until smooth. Add back into the pot.
- Shred Chicken: Place chicken breasts on a cutting board and shred. Put the shredded chicken back into the pot.
- Serve: Stir together until combined and smooth. Garnish with parsley, blue cheese, or green onions and serve.
Notes
- Chicken: You can use boneless, skinless chicken thighs instead of chicken breasts if you prefer.
- Potatoes: Yukon gold potatoes are recommended for their creamy texture, but you can use other types of potatoes if you like.
- Spice Level: Adjust the amount of hot sauce to your preferred spice level.
- Milk: You can use any type of milk you like, such as whole milk, skim milk, or dairy-free milk.
- Garnish: Other delicious garnishes include shredded cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, or a dollop of sour cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Serving
- Calories: 400kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
