Creamy Chicken Potato Soup (with Bacon!) – Warm, Comforting, and Packed with Flavor

When the weather cools down, when you need a comforting dinner, or when you’re craving something thick, hearty, and incredibly satisfying, nothing hits quite like a bowl of Creamy Chicken Potato Soup (with Bacon!). This soup brings together everything people love about creamy soups: rich broth, tender shredded chicken, soft potatoes, crisp smoky bacon, and a velvety texture that feels warm and cozy with every spoonful.

This soup is a complete meal in a bowl. It’s rich but not heavy, flavorful but not overwhelming, and simple enough for a weeknight dinner while still impressive enough for guests. Whether you’re feeding a family, meal prepping, or craving a comforting homemade dinner, this recipe is guaranteed to be a new favorite.

Why This Soup Is So Good

1. Ultra Creamy Without Being Too Heavy

The creaminess comes from a combination of broth, milk or cream, and a buttery roux. It makes the soup smooth and satisfying without feeling overly rich.

2. Potatoes + Chicken = Perfect Comfort Combo

The potatoes naturally thicken the soup as they soften, and tender chicken adds protein and heartiness.

3. Bacon Enhances EVERYTHING

The smoky, salty crunch of bacon takes this from good to unforgettable.

4. Simple Ingredients, Big Flavor

All ingredients are everyday staples: potatoes, broth, chicken, veggies, cream, bacon, and seasonings.

5. Meal Prep Friendly

This soup reheats beautifully and makes amazing leftovers.

Ingredients for Creamy Chicken Potato Soup (with Bacon!)

Base Ingredients

• 4 slices bacon, chopped
• 1 lb chicken breast or rotisserie chicken, shredded
• 4 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 celery stalks, sliced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups chicken broth

Creamy Thickener

• 3 tbsp butter
• 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 1 ½ cups milk or heavy cream

Seasonings

• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp dried thyme
• ½ tsp paprika

Optional Add-Ins

• ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
• Green onions
• Extra bacon
• Parsley

How to Make the Soup

1. Cook the bacon

In a large pot, cook chopped bacon until crispy. Remove and set aside, leaving bacon drippings in the pot for flavor.

2. Sauté the vegetables

Add onion and celery to the pot. Cook 4–5 minutes until softened. Add garlic and stir for 30 seconds.

3. Add potatoes and broth

Stir in diced potatoes and pour in chicken broth. Bring to a simmer.

4. Add chicken

Add shredded chicken to the pot and let everything cook until potatoes are tender (about 15 minutes).

5. Make the creamy roux

In a separate small saucepan, melt butter, then whisk in flour. Cook 1 minute, then slowly whisk in milk or cream until smooth and thickened.

6. Combine

Pour the creamy mixture into the soup. Stir well and simmer until thick and creamy.

7. Season

Add salt, pepper, thyme, and paprika. Taste and adjust seasoning.

8. Add bacon on top

Stir in some bacon or reserve it for crunchy topping.

9. Serve hot

Top with green onions, shredded cheese, or extra bacon.

Creamy Chicken Potato Soup (with Bacon!)

A rich, comforting, and hearty creamy chicken potato soup loaded with crispy bacon, tender chicken, and soft potatoes.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 30 minutes mins

Total Time 45 minutes mins

Servings: 6 bowls

Course: Dinner, Soup

Cuisine: American

Calories: 410

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Soup Base

• 4 slices bacon chopped
• 1 lb chicken breast or rotisserie chicken shredded
• 4 potatoes peeled and diced
• 1 onion diced
• 2 celery stalks sliced
• 3 cloves garlic minced
• 4 cups chicken broth

Creamy Thickener

• 3 tbsp butter
• 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 1.5 cups milk or heavy cream

Seasonings

• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 0.5 tsp dried thyme
• 0.5 tsp paprika

Equipment

• Large pot
• Small saucepan
• Knife
• Cutting board

Method

 

1. Cook chopped bacon in a large pot until crispy; remove and set aside.
2. Sauté onion and celery in the bacon drippings until softened, then add garlic.
3. Add diced potatoes, shredded chicken, and chicken broth; bring to a simmer until potatoes are tender.
4. In a separate saucepan, melt butter, whisk in flour, then add milk or cream to make a thick roux.
5. Pour creamy mixture into the soup and stir until smooth and thick.
6. Season with salt, pepper, thyme, and paprika.
7. Stir in bacon or use as topping before serving.

Notes

For extra creaminess, add shredded cheddar cheese at the end.

Texture & Flavor Notes

This soup is:

• creamy
• rich
• hearty
• savory
• slightly smoky
• wonderfully comforting

The potatoes break down slightly to help thicken the broth, while the chicken brings protein and texture. Bacon adds crunch and smoky depth.

Variations

Cheddar Chicken Bacon Soup

Add 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese.

Loaded Potato Style

Top with sour cream and chives.

Veggie Boost

Add carrots, peas, or corn.

Low-Carb Version

Swap potatoes for cauliflower florets.

Serving Suggestions

Serve with:

• crusty bread
• garlic toast
• biscuits
• a side salad
• roasted vegetables

This soup is filling enough to be a full meal but works great as a starter too.

Storage & Reheating

Refrigerator:

Stores up to 3–4 days.

Freezer:

Freeze before adding cream for best texture.

Reheat:

Simmer gently on the stovetop or microwave in short intervals.