Chicken butternut squash soup is super simple to make. A stove top butternut squash soup swimming with juicy chicken and tender kale.
As the leaves start to change and the air turns crisp, it’s time to embrace the flavors of fall. And what better way to do that than with a steaming bowl of chicken butternut squash soup?
This hearty and comforting recipe will warm your soul and taste buds with its rich blend of flavors. The sweet and nutty butternut squash pairs perfectly with tender chunks of chicken, creating a harmonious combination that is both satisfying and delicious. With each spoonful, you’ll savor the earthy goodness of autumn, as the aromatic spices and savory broth come together to create a symphony of flavors.
Whether you’re looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner or a cozy meal to enjoy with family and friends, this chicken butternut squash soup recipe is sure to hit the spot. So grab a bowl, snuggle up in a blanket, and let the flavors of fall transport you to a place of comfort and delight.
How To Make Chicken Butternut Squash Soup
Ingredients needed
- Shredded chicken
- Chicken broth
- Garlic
- Onion
- Butternut squash (cubed)
- Butter (optional)
- Kale
- Honey
- Chicken bouillon cube
Important tip for the best recipe
When you first add the broth into the pot, there will not be enough water. The idea is to slowly allow the squash to cook and add water when needed. This will help thicken the soup up in the very end of the cook. Too much water and the soup can end up very thin after blending. This also means you will have to keep an eye on the soup while cooking.
Making the chicken butternut squash soup recipe
- In a pot, sauté the garlic and onion together until browning start and the onions are translucent. Then, add in the butternut squash and broth.
- Cover the pot and allow it to simmer on low. Check the pot about every 5 minutes for the broth level and stir. Add a little at a time to avoid sticking. The squash will be soft enough to blend after 20 minutes.
- At this point, carefully transfer to a blender or use an immersion blender to blend all of the ingredients. Place the blended soup back on the eye on a low setting. Add in the shredded chicken, bouillon cube and the kale.
- Allow the chicken to heat up with the soup and the kale to wither. This will take about 5-10 minutes. Now, turn the heat off and add in the butter, then honey. Add salt and pepper to taste if needed.
- Allow the soup to cool a little then enjoy.
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Chicken Butternut Squash Soup
Ingredients
- 1 pound cooked chicken, shredded
- 420 grams cubed butternut squash (or 3 cups)
- 3 cup chicken broth
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced or pressed
- 4 tablespoon butter
- 1 cup kale, chopped
- 2 tablespoon honey (optional)
Instructions
- In a pot, sauté the garlic and onion together until browning start and the onions are translucent. Then, add in the butternut squash and broth.
- Cover the pot and allow it to simmer on low. Check the pot about every 5 minutes for the broth level and stir. Add a little at a time to avoid sticking. The squash will be soft enough to blend after 20 minutes.
- At this point, carefully transfer to a blender or use an immersion blender to blend all of the ingredients. Place the blended soup back on the eye on a low setting. Add in the shredded chicken, bouillon cube and the kale.
- Allow the chicken to heat up with the soup and the kale to wither. This will take about 5-10 minutes. Now, turn the heat off and add in the butter, then honey. Add salt and pepper to taste if needed.
- Allow the soup to cool a little then enjoy.