Chicken Alfredo Soup with Parmesan and Bacon

Creamy, flavorful, and oh-so-satisfying, this Chicken Alfredo Soup with Parmesan and Bacon is the ultimate comfort food for chilly days! Treat yourself to a bowl of this hearty soup that’s guaranteed to warm you up from the inside out.

Ingredients

– 1 lb chicken breasts, cooked and shredded
– 6 cups chicken broth
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 1/2 cup cooked bacon, chopped
– 1 onion, diced
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tsp dried thyme
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 2 tbsp butter
– 1/4 cup all-purpose flour

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes

Instructions:

1. In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add diced onion and garlic, sauté until fragrant.
2. Sprinkle flour over the onion and garlic, stirring constantly for 1-2 minutes to make a roux.
3. Slowly pour in chicken broth while whisking to prevent lumps. Bring to a simmer.
4. Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, thyme, salt, and pepper. Let the soup simmer for 15-20 minutes.
5. Add shredded chicken and chopped bacon to the soup, simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
6. Adjust seasoning if necessary and serve hot. Enjoy!