A classic recipe transformed into a delicious soup. This recipe includes juicy chicken, savory ham and a creamy broth to make a hearty and rich soup. It’s luxurious and oh-so-easy!
Pretty sure I say this with every soup wrecipe.. but this one is my best yet! I used shredded rotisserie chicken and left over frozen smoked ham from Christmas. *Chefs kiss*
If you don’t have leftover amazing smoked ham, store bought chunked ham will work great also. I also added a small amount of orzo for some more texture. Because we all know how much I love orzo..
Chicken Cordon Bleu Soup
A classic recipe transformed into a delicious soup. This recipe includes juicy chicken, savory ham and a creamy broth to make a hearty and rich soup. It's luxurious and oh-so-easy!
Ingredients
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/2 yellow onion diced
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 2 celery ribs diced
- 1 tbsp minced garlic
- pinch red pepper flakes
- t tsp paprika
- 1 32oz box chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 10.5oz can cream of chicken soup
- 1/2 cup orzo
- 3 cups cooked shredded or cubed chicken
- 8 oz cubed ham
- 4 oz (1/2 block) cream cheese, cubed and softened
- Gruyere cheese, shredded for topping (or swiss)
Instructions
- Place a Dutch oven or stockpot over medium heat and melt the butter. Sauté the onion, carrots and celery for about 10 minutes or until softened. Season with paprika, red pepper flakes and salt and pepper. Add garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes, until aromatic. 2. Sprinkle over the flour and stir well. Add the chicken broth and whisk in the cream of chicken soup. Add the orzo. Increase heat to high and bring to a boil. Stir frequently, as the orzo will sink to the bottom and may burn. 3. Reduce to a simmer and add the heavy cream and cream cheese. Once melted and stirred in, add the ham and chicken. Continue simmering for about 10 minutes, stirring frequently. Do a taste test and add more salt or pepper if necessary. 4. Serve warm with shredded Gruyère (or Swiss). Store leftovers in the refrigerator in an airtight container.–
