Creamy Chicken Soup

This creamy chicken soup is a delicious and comforting meal for cold days. It is made with shredded cooked chicken, vegetables and cream. Serve it with some toasted bread or croutons for a complete meal.

Ingredients:

• 3 tablespoons butter
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 cups cooked and shredded chicken
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onions, carrots, celery, and garlic and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
2. Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute. Slowly add the chicken broth while stirring constantly.
3. Bring the soup to a boil then reduce heat to low. Simmer for 10 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.
4. Stir in the heavy cream and shredded chicken. Cook for 5 minutes or until heated through.

Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.