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Whether you are searching for a substitute for cream of chicken soup because you think the cans are kind of gross, or you want a cream of chicken substitute because you forgot to snag a can at the store, this recipe is exactly what you need! It’s easy and nearly as fast as cracking open a can of glop.
Alright, I admit it. I sometimes make casseroles or other dishes using that weird, gloppy cream of whatever soup from a can. It’s quick, it’s easy, and it’s cheap.
For the most part, though, I try to make my own cream soups for use in those recipes. Not only is this healthier than the salty canned goo, it’s also super (souper!) simple.
If you’re trying to make your dinner healthier, you’ll love this cream of chicken soup substitute!
Not to mention, sometimes I just don’t have cream of anything in my pantry and I’m too lazy to get to the store. I pretty much always have the ingredients to make this on hand. Although, I will admit, there have been times when I didn’t have chicken stock and (I can’t believe I’m admitting this) I just used salty water. It’s true. I substituted salty water for chicken broth. Don’t kick me out of the food bloggers’ club, okay?
Check out this Cheesy Hashbrown Casserole using this cream of chicken soup substitute and you can put it to the test yourself.
This substitute for cream of chicken soup recipe is equal to one can of soup.
Cream of Chicken Soup Substitute
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon flour
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup milk
- salt and 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.
stephanie says
came out really good. Is this something that would freeze well? If I wanted to make a big batch how long could it be freeze?
Karly Campbell says
I’ve never tried freezing it. I’m not sure how it would hold up.
Melaine Preston says
can you pressure cook/can to preserve for future use?
Karly Campbell says
I don’t have any experience with canning so I really don’t know.
SUMMER says
This is a new favorite that we’ll make again and again! This is yummy enough to eat alone! I love that it’s so simple and I always have the ingredients!!
Beemom says
This worked out perfectly. Easy and good! Thank you so much.
Sue Huey says
I use this often, except I add a little garlic powder and onion powder for extra flavor. So much better than the canned version.
Karen says
This worked exactly as written, thanks!
Cara says
I have been using this recipe for years! Soooo much better than the canned stuff!
Cathy Augros says
This sounds like a great recipe! Can it be frozen?
Karly Campbell says
I’ve never tried freezing this one.
Cathy Augros says
Thanks, I’m going to try it. 🙂
Ashley says
My family loved this! It worked perfectly to accommodate all the allergies in my house, while not compromising the taste for some of my pickiest eaters. I used it with a chicken tortilla soup recipe and it was easy to double to make a bigger batch. Thank you so much! We will definitely use this again!
Karly Campbell says
So glad this one works well for you! Thanks, Ashley!
Jessica Dunlap says
I never used canned cream of chicken soup now! It takes my recipes to the next level, especially my cheesy chicken rice casserole. Thank you so much!
Karly Campbell says
Love to hear that! Thanks, Jessica!