Best 5 Chicken Bisque Recipes

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Chicken bisque is a creamy and flavorful soup that is perfect for a cold day or a special occasion. It is made with a simple combination of chicken, vegetables, and a creamy broth. The soup can be made in a slow cooker or on the stovetop, and it can be served with a variety of sides, such as crusty bread, crackers, or a salad. Chicken bisque is a delicious and comforting dish that is sure to please everyone at your table.

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CHICKEN BISQUE



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When the weather starts turning cooler, we like to sit down to dinner with this colorful rich bisque. Add hot rolls and a salad, and you have a hearty meal.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 10 servings (2-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 quarts chicken broth
2 cups cubed cooked chicken
1 jar (4 ounces) diced pimientos, undrained
1/4 cup chopped green onions
1 teaspoon dried tarragon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 chicken bouillon cubes
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1 cup all-purpose flour

Steps:

  • In a soup kettle or Dutch oven, combine the first eight ingredients; bring to a gentle boil. In a small saucepan, melt butter. Stir in flour; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Gradually add to boiling soup, stirring constantly until smooth. Return to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 198 calories, Fat 12g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 50mg cholesterol, Sodium 1204mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 12g protein.

TOMATO BISQUE WITH CHICKEN



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Yummy and filling tomato bisque with tender pieces of chicken! Use a store-cooked chicken and a can of tomatoes, and this dinner will be ready before you know it! Definitely one of my 30-minute meals.

Provided by vababe

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Bisque Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, chopped
¼ cup all-purpose flour
1 (28 ounce) can Italian-style diced tomatoes
1 (14.5 ounce) can chicken broth
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried parsley
2 cups shredded roasted chicken
¼ cup heavy whipping cream
1 teaspoon sea salt, or to taste
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Cook and stir onion and garlic in hot oil until onion is soft, about 5 minutes. Sprinkle flour evenly over the onion mixture; add tomatoes, chicken broth, oregano, basil, and parsley.
  • Bring the liquid to a boil and cook until the tomatoes are softened, 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Pour soup into a blender no more than half full. Cover and hold lid in place. Pulse blender a few times before leaving on to blend. Puree soup in batches until smooth and return to the pot.
  • Stir chicken, heavy cream, sea salt, and pepper into the soup; simmer until the chicken is hot, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 253.7 calories, Carbohydrate 16.1 g, Cholesterol 60.6 mg, Fat 11.9 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 18.8 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 994.2 mg, Sugar 6.5 g

CHICKEN CILANTRO BISQUE



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A hearty soup that is perfect for lunch or dinner. I often make this soup for supper, accompanied by a salad and crusty bread. It's also a good recipe to use up extra chicken and the cilantro I always have left over from other recipes.

Provided by TasteTester

Categories     Poultry

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 ounces boneless skinless chicken breast halves, cut into medium chunks
2 1/2 cups chicken broth
1/2 cup chopped cilantro leaf
1/2 cup sliced green onion
1/4 cup sliced celery
1 large garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
12 ounces undiluted evaporated milk
fresh ground black pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • In large saucepan, combine chicken, broth, cilantro, green onions, celery, garlic and cumin. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until chicken is tender.
  • Pour mixture into a blender and add flour. Cover and blend, starting at low speed, until smooth.
  • Pour mixture back into the saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture comes to a boil and thickens. Remove from heat. Gradually stir in evaporated milk. Reheat just to serving temperature. DO NOT BOIL. Season with pepper to taste. Garnish as desired.

GREEN CHILE CHICKEN BISQUE



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This is a great hearty soup on a cold winter night! Substitute almond milk to reduce calories if you want.

Provided by Laura Johnson

Categories     Chicken Soups

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/3 c butter
1/2 c all purpose flour
1 1/2 c milk
2 can(s) chicken broth
3 c cooked chicken breast cut into bite-sized pieces
2 can(s) choppend green chiles (6 oz cans)
1/4 c onion, chopped
1/4 c celery, chopped
1 pinch garlic powder
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • 1. In large pot, melt butter. Add flour and stir the resulting pase over medium heat. Add milk and broth, reserving 1 T of broth and whip to eliminate any lumps. Bring to a boil and reduce to simmer.
  • 2. In large skillet, saute celery and onion in the 1 T of broth until both are tender.
  • 3. Add chicken, chiles and sauted onions and celery to soup. Simmer for 30 minutes or until thickened.
  • 4. Add garlic, powder, salt and pepper.

CHICKEN CILANTRO BISQUE



CHICKEN CILANTRO BISQUE image

Categories     Soup/Stew     Chicken     Quick & Easy

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts
4 c. chicken broth
1 c. fresh cilantro leaves chopped
1/3 c. minced onion
1/2 c. minced celery
1 minced garlic clove
1/2 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. ground white pepper
1 c. half & half

Steps:

  • In a 4 qt. stock pot, combine the chicken, broth, onion, celery, garlic, cumin, salt and peppper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer, covered for 20 minutes, until the chicken is tender. Pour into a food processor. Puree until smooth. Pour back into stock pot. Cook over medium heat until soup comes to a boil. turn heat to low. Stir in half and half and heat through. Add cilantro last.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make your chicken bisque taste its best. Look for free-range chicken, organic vegetables, and a good-quality chicken broth.
  • Don't overcrowd the pot: When you're cooking the chicken, make sure not to overcrowd the pot. This will prevent the chicken from cooking evenly and will make the soup cloudy.
  • Simmer the soup for at least 30 minutes: This will allow the flavors to develop and deepen. The longer you simmer the soup, the better it will taste.
  • Add cream or milk at the end of cooking: This will help to make the soup creamy and rich. Be sure to heat the cream or milk slowly to avoid curdling.
  • Season the soup to taste: Add salt, pepper, and other seasonings to taste. You can also add a touch of acidity, such as lemon juice or white wine, to brighten the flavors.

Conclusion:

Chicken bisque is a delicious and comforting soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is also a relatively easy soup to make, and it can be tailored to your own taste. So next time you're looking for a satisfying and flavorful soup, give chicken bisque a try. You won't be disappointed!

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