Cream of Chicken Soup Substitute
User Reviews
3.8
660 reviews
Good
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
15 mins
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Servings
1 can
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Calories
408 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
American
Cream of Chicken Soup Substitute
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This Cream of Chicken Soup Substitute is a simple homemade alternative using flour, butter, chicken broth, and milk to create a thickened, creamy sauce similar to canned soup. It can be used in recipes calling for condensed cream of chicken soup, providing control over seasoning and ingredients.
Description
The recipe starts by melting butter and whisking in flour over medium-low heat to form a smooth roux. Gradually adding chicken broth and milk while whisking creates a gentle boil that thickens the mixture into a creamy base. Seasoned with salt and black pepper according to taste, this substitute mimics the texture and consistency of canned cream of chicken soup without additives.
The result is a versatile sauce base that can be incorporated into casseroles, baked dishes, and other recipes requiring cream of chicken soup, enabling freshness and customization in home cooking.
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Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon flour
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup milk
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a small sauce pan over medium-low heat. When melted, whisk in the flour and continue whisking until smooth and bubbly.
- Slowly whisk in the chicken broth and milk. Bring to a gentle boil, whisking constantly, until the soup thickens. Add salt and pepper to taste.
Notes
- This substitute yields about the equivalent of one 10-ounce can of cream of chicken soup for recipes.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
408kcal
(20%)
Carbohydrates
12g
(4%)
Protein
5g
(10%)
Fat
38g
(58%)
Saturated Fat
23g
(115%)
Cholesterol
102mg
(34%)
Sodium
782mg
(33%)
Potassium
255mg
(5%)
Sugar
6g
(12%)
Vitamin A
1245IU
(25%)
Vitamin C
8.3mg
(9%)
Calcium
148mg
(15%)
Iron
0.6mg
(3%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 1can
Amount Per Serving
Calories 408 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 408kcal | 20% |
| Carbohydrates | 12g | 4% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 38g | 58% |
| Saturated Fat | 23g | 115% |
| Cholesterol | 102mg | 34% |
| Sodium | 782mg | 33% |
| Potassium | 255mg | 5% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 1245IU | 25% |
| Vitamin C | 8.3mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 148mg | 15% |
| Iron | 0.6mg | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
3.8
660 reviews
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