Creamy Chicken and Tarragon Soup
Creamy chicken and tarragon soup is a true Hungarian classic that combines the mild flavor of chicken with the freshness of tarragon. Imagine the freshly cooked, fragrant soup filling the kitchen, while the toasted croutons add a crispy texture when serving. One of the secrets to making it is to add the tarragon only at the end to preserve its aroma and freshness. With this recipe, you are guaranteed to make a light yet satisfying creamy chicken and tarragon soup at home!
Ingredients for this recipe
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Preparation Steps
1
Dice the chicken breast and peel and chop the vegetables into smaller pieces.
2
Mince the onion and garlic.
3
In a pot, melt the butter over medium heat, then sauté the onion and garlic until translucent.
4
Add the diced chicken breast and cook until it turns white.
5
Add the chopped carrots and parsnip, and stir well to combine.
6
Pour in the vegetable broth and cook over medium heat for 25 minutes, or until the chicken and vegetables are tender.
7
Season with salt, pepper, and tarragon, then cook for another 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
8
Use an immersion blender to purée the soup until completely smooth.
9
Stir in the heavy cream and lemon juice, mix well, and simmer for another 2-3 minutes over low heat.
10
Serve garnished with fresh tarragon leaves and toasted croutons.
