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.
Julie says
I grew up on casseroles made with gloppy cans of creamed soup and refuse to use them. I have found ways to make substitutions, but none are this delicious. I threw some chopped onions in the butter and used beef broth (I was making a beef casserole). I could have eaten the whole thing on a spoon it was sooo good! Thank you
Karly says
So happy to hear this worked for you! I’m sure it was tasty with onions and beef broth!
Sylvia connell says
Can I use dairy free milk?
Karly says
Probably, but I haven’t tried it myself.
Ainsley Moore says
Thanks so much for this recipe! I was ready to put everything in my crockpot and realized I was out of cream of chicken. I found your recipe, and it worked perfectly. Also, I think I could have just eaten it out of the pot by itself, LoL! After seeing how easy making my own was, and delicious, I may not go back to store bought. Thanks again!
Karly says
Yay! So glad you gave it a try! 🙂
Alysia says
Can you make this ahead of time? If so, how long will it stay fresh in the fridge?
Karly says
I think it would stay fresh for 4-5 days, but I haven’t tested it after being refrigerated.
Michelle C. says
This SAVED ME!!!! Thank you!
Karly says
Yay! Love to hear that!
julia says
can i use beef broth?
Karly says
Yes, but it will be cream of beef soup at that point.