Description
Warm up with this rich and velvety Creamy Chicken Macaroni Cheese Soup – the ultimate comfort food made with shredded chicken, tender elbow macaroni, and a cheesy, creamy broth. It’s an easy dinner recipe perfect for cozy nights and makes an excellent meal prep option too. Whether you’re looking for a hearty lunch or quick dinner idea, this family-friendly soup hits all the right notes. Ideal for cold weather, weeknight dinners, and those who love simple yet satisfying food ideas.
Ingredients
1 ½ cups cooked shredded chicken
1 ½ cups elbow macaroni
1 cup diced carrots
½ cup diced onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
4 tablespoons butter
¼ cup all-purpose flour
4 cups chicken broth
2 cups whole milk
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Instructions
1. In a large soup pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add diced onions, carrots, and garlic. Cook until the onions are translucent and fragrant.
2. Sprinkle flour over the vegetables and stir to coat. Cook for 1–2 minutes to remove raw flour taste.
3. Slowly whisk in chicken broth to form a smooth base. Bring to a simmer.
4. Stir in milk, bring back to a light simmer, then add cheddar cheese and stir until melted.
5. Add shredded chicken, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Simmer for another 5–10 minutes.
6. Meanwhile, cook elbow macaroni in a separate pot until al dente. Drain and stir into the soup.
7. Let simmer for 3–5 minutes until pasta is tender and coated in the creamy broth.
Notes
For richer flavor, swap some of the cheddar with Gruyère or Monterey Jack.
If reheating leftovers, add a splash of milk to refresh the creamy texture.
Always cook pasta separately to avoid it absorbing too much broth or turning mushy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ½ cups
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: creamy soup, chicken macaroni, comfort food, easy dinner, pasta soup