What makes thick creamy soups?

Traditional cream soups derive their smooth texture from liberal amounts of milk or cream, thickened with flour or cornstarch. Now when we make soups that are creamy, chances are they contain no cream at all: They're likely thickened with purees made from starchy vegetables .

How to thicken chicken noodle soup?

Add Flour Or Cornstarch Instead, ladle a small amount of broth into a separate bowl and let it cool. Add a few tablespoons of flour or cornstarch to the bowl and whisk until it's blended smooth. Next, bring the soup to a simmer and add the mixture back to the pot. Pro tip: Don't dump in the entire mixture at once.

What is the secret ingredient to thicken soup?

Soup Thickening Method: Cornstarch Slurry About this method: One of the most common ways to thicken sauces and soups is with a starch-based slurry, and cornstarch is a popular choice. Cornstarch is flavorless, easy to mix up, and versatile, which makes it a go-to pantry ingredient.

What is the secret ingredient in soup?

It may sound a bit strange and unusual for some, but vinegar is a common ingredient in some soup recipes, and there is a good reason for it. If you think about it, vinegar is really a flavor-enhancer (umami). That's why it is so often used in cooking, sauces, and salad dressings. The same is true with soups.

Is it better to thicken soup with flour or cornstarch?

It's important to note that cornstarch has twice the thickening power of flour . If you need to substitute cornstarch to thicken liquid in a recipe that calls for ¼ cup (four tablespoons) flour, you only need two tablespoons cornstarch.

How can I make my soup thicker and creamy?

6 ways to thicken soup: Blend all or part of it. If you've made a broth with chunks of vegetable in it, such as minestrone soup, then pour the soup through a sieve. ... Add cream or yogurt. ... Add flour or cornflour. ... Use a butter and flour paste. ... Blend in bread. ... Add lentils or rice. ... 5 of the best soup recipes to try next:

What is the healthiest way to thicken soup?

The absolute healthiest way to thicken soup is by using a traditionally made bone broth powder like the one from Bluebird Provisions. Oat Flour, Quinoa Flour or Chickpea Flour. Applesauce or Mashed Bananas. Eggs.

What are thick soups thickened with?

What are Thick Soups? Thick soups are soups that are thickened using flour, corn-starch, cream, vegetables, gelatines and other ingredients . Depending on how you thicken a soup, you can get different textures and flavours. For example, a potage of boiled meat and vegetables results in a thick, mushy soup.

What is a thick creamy soup called?

Bisque and chowder are two types of thick soup with origins in French fishing villages. Learn about the differences between these two creamy soups.

Creamy Parmesan Cajun Chicken Pasta Soup (2024)

[heart_this] · Apr 3, 2023 · 23 Comments

A tasty chicken noodle (pasta) soup with a cajun seasoned creamy parmesan broth!

Chicken noodle soup is one of my all time favourites and this cajun inspired alternative is even better than the original! This recipe starts out by searing some cajun seasoned chicken before cooking the veggies. Normally chicken noodle soup uses the classic combination of onion, celery and carrot and this recipe takes the cajun influenced onion, celery, and bell pepper combo! The soup is seasoned with more cajun seasoning, garlic, and thyme, before adding the broth, tomatoes, and pasta (noodles) and cooking until the pasta is done. Although you could skip the cream, I like the creamy version of this soup with a hit of tasty parmesan cheese and the soup is finished off with fresh parsley and green onions! Any way you make it this cajun creamy parmesan chicken noodle soup is all sorts of tasty good!

Creamy Parmesan Cajun Chicken Pasta Soup

Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 20 minutes Total Time: 30 minutes Servings: 6

A tasty chicken noodle (pasta) soup with a cajun seasoned creamy parmesan broth!

ingredients

1 tablespoon oil
1 pound boneless and skinless chicken breasts or thighs
1 teaspoon cajun seasoning
1 tablespoon butter
1 cup onion, diced
1 cup celery, diced
1 cup bell pepper, diced
4 cloves garlic, chopped
1 teaspoon thyme, chopped
1 tablespoon cajun seasoning
6 cups chicken broth
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes (optional)
1 tablespoon worcestershire sauce (gluten-free for gluten-free)
8 ounces of pasta (such as ditalini or shells) (gluten-free forgluten-free)
1/2 cup heavy/whipping cream (optional)
1/3 cup parmigiano reggiano (parmesan cheese), grated
1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional)
2 tablespoons parsley, chopped (optional)
2 green onions, thinly sliced (optional)
cayenne, salt and pepper to taste

directions

Heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat, add the chicken, seasoned with the cajun seasoning, and cook until golden brown, about 2-4 minutes per side, before setting aside.
Melt the butter in the same saucepan before adding the onion, celery and bell pepper and cooking until tender, about 5-7 minutes.
Add the garlic, thyme, and cajun seasoning, and cook until fragrant, about a minute.
Add the broth, chicken, diced tomatoes, worcestershire sauce, and pasta, bring to a boil, reduce the heat and simmer until the pasta is al-dente tender, about 7 minutes.
Remove the chicken, slice or shred it, and return it to the pot.
Turn off the heat, add the cream and parmesan, mix and let the cheese melt into the broth.
Add the lemon juice, parsley and green onions, and season with cayenne, salt and pepper to taste before enjoying!

Slow Cooker: Optionally implement steps 1-3, place everything up to (not including) the pasta into the slow cooker and cook on LOW for 6-10 hours or HIGH for 2-4 hours, before adding the pasta and cooking on HIGH until tender, about 10 minutes, and continue with steps 5-7.
Option: Add 1 teaspoon old bay seasoning.
Option: Add 4 ounces cream cheese, warmed, along with the parmesan.
Option: Add 8 ounces andouille sausage, sliced or diced and browned.
Option: Add 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled.

Nutrition Facts: Calories 498, Fat 19g (Saturated 8g, Trans 0), Cholesterol 100mg, Sodium 553mg, Carbs 46g (Fiber 4g, Sugars 10g), Protein 32g

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Comments

Russ Jacobsen says
April 3, 2023 at 4:31 pm

Looks like a fun and tasty recipe Kevin. I see cajun seasoning listed twice in the ingredients, but referred to only once in the directions. Looking at the pictures, are you wanting the teaspoon of seasoning on the chicken in Direction 1 as it is cooking, and the Tablespoon in Direction 3?
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- kevin says
  April 5, 2023 at 10:47 am
  
  The 1st cajun seasoning is used to season the chicken in step 1 (recipe updated to indicate this) and the second is used in the soup in step 3. Enjoy!
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  - Jessy Catanzaro says
    January 23, 2024 at 1:39 pm
    
    Hi! When do I add sausage if using crock pot method?
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    - kevin says
      January 29, 2024 at 10:24 am
      
      Put the sausage into the slow cooker to cook with everything. Enjoy!
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Andrew Boyd says
April 3, 2023 at 4:47 pm

When does the chicken go back in???
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- kevin says
  April 5, 2023 at 10:48 am
  
  Good catch! I have updated the recipe! The chicken goes into the soup in step 4 with the broth to simmer, before being shredded or sliced in step 5.
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Judy says
April 3, 2023 at 7:38 pm

looks gorgeous.
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Lisa says
April 4, 2023 at 8:11 am

Umm. When do you return the chicken to the pot?
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Camilla says
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April 5, 2023 at 7:17 am

Cant wait to try this!
With crusty home made baguette:)
Thanks for yet another great recipie.
You should start a youtube channel!
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Rosie says
June 3, 2023 at 12:47 am

Would this be a good soup to make for a weekend getaway? Wondering if it would be good reheated for a meal for several people?
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Dede says
June 24, 2023 at 10:17 am

Hello Kevin,
The first moment I saw this, I knew I had to make it. So I did, So, so good (like all of your recipes that I’ve made). I do have a quick question. Can you freeze this soup?
~Dede
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- kevin says
  June 26, 2023 at 8:03 am
  
  You can freeze this soup!
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Megan Weise says
August 29, 2023 at 10:32 pm

Would this bed doable in the crock pot?
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- kevin says
  September 11, 2023 at 9:19 am
  
  You can do this in a crockpot! I have added slow-cooker/crockpot instructions below the recipe.
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KK says
September 17, 2023 at 8:29 am

Tomato optional – what have y’all been liking – with or without?
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Chiara says
October 10, 2023 at 2:16 am

Hi, so excited to make this soup!
What is the serving size? and how long does this soup last in the fridge?
Thank you!!
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- kevin says
  October 10, 2023 at 9:22 am
  
  This recipe makes about 6 servings of 2 cups. Enjoy!
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Sharon Crawmer says
December 6, 2023 at 7:27 pm

I never comment on internet recipes but had to make an exception for this one. This soup is so scrumptious I wish I had doubled the recipe. I made one small change. In lieu of the green peppers and celery I added frozen peas and carrots and sprinkled celery seed into the broth. In my 73 years I have never eaten a better chicken soup. I wish I could give this recipe 10 stars. It is that good. Thanks!
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Robyn says
February 8, 2024 at 9:05 pm

This was fantastic!! It had just the right amount of spice, and a good depth of flavor. The lemon juice was genius and added a nice tanginess to it. I had a serrano pepper I needed to use, so I chopped it up and threw that in with the veggies, but other than that I followed the recipe exactly, including the cream and parmesan.
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Chelsea says
April 1, 2024 at 4:30 pm

If I want to omit the pasta, how many cups of chicken broth should I reduce to (assuming 6 cups would be too much since it won’t be absorbed by pasta)?
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- kevin says
  April 8, 2024 at 7:15 am
  
  Remove 2 cups of broth for a pasta-less version. Enjoy!
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