Condensed Cream of Chicken Soup Substitute
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4.8
Condensed Cream of Chicken Soup Substitute
Description
The substitute starts by melting butter in a small saucepan and whisking in flour to form a paste, creating a roux base. Milk and chicken broth are gradually whisked in to dissolve the flour completely and form a smooth mixture. Garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper add flavor without overpowering. The mixture is cooked until it thickens to a creamy texture similar to condensed soup.
This homemade version mimics the rich body and mild flavor of commercial condensed chicken soup and can replace a 10 1/2 ounce can in recipes. It includes no fillers or preservatives and can be customized in seasoning to taste. The smooth, creamy texture helps blend flavors in slow cooker meals, casseroles, or sauces requiring condensed soup.
The recipe yields approximately two cans’ worth. If not used immediately, it can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week, ensuring freshness for later use. This substitute gives cooks the option to avoid processed cans and adjust thickness or seasoning as needed.
Ingredients
- 6 Tbsp butter
- 2/3 cup flour
- 2/3 cup milk
- 2/3 cup chicken broth or chicken stock
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp onion powder
- salt
- black pepper
Instructions
- Melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat.
- Add flour to the melted butter and mix into a paste.
- Whisk in milk and chicken broth 1/3 cup at a time. Whisk briskly until all the flour paste is dissolved making sure to get all of the flour from the edges of the pan. Add garlic and onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Continue to whisk and heat thoroughly until the condensed soup is smooth and creamy.
Notes
- This recipe yields about 1 1/3 cups, equivalent to replacing one standard 10 1/2 ounce can of condensed cream of chicken soup.
- It can substitute for cream of chicken, mushroom, or celery soups in recipes.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week to maintain freshness.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 5Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 208 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 208kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 16g | 5% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 15g | 23% |
| Saturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Cholesterol | 39mg | 13% |
| Sodium | 182mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 99mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 488IU | 10% |
| Calcium | 46mg | 5% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.