Chicken Velveeta Soup
A rich and creamy soup made with processed cheese, tender chicken, and mixed vegetables. This incredibly simple one-pot recipe comes together in under 30 minutes, making it a perfect hearty meal for a busy weeknight.
An original recipe by Forkin
- Total time
- 20 min
- Serves
- 6
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Per serving
- 389 kcal
Allergen information: may contain milk. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.
Mise en place
Ingredients
Converted for display; the recipe amounts stay equivalent.
- 450 gprocessed cheese, cubed
- 950 mlchicken broth
- 300 gcooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 280 gcanned corn, drained
- 280 gcanned mixed vegetables, drained
- 1 tsponion powder(optional)
- 0.5 tspblack pepper, freshly ground(optional)
Equipment
ladle · large pot · cutting board · knife · whisk
The method
Step by step
- 1
In a large pot or Dutch oven, combine the chicken broth and the cubed processed cheese.
About 1 min
Cook’s note: Cubing the cheese before adding it to the pot helps it melt much faster and more evenly.
- 2
Heat the pot over medium-low heat, stirring or whisking frequently, until the cheese is fully melted and the base is smooth.
About 7 min
Cook’s note: Low heat is key to prevent the cheese from scorching on the bottom of the pot.
- 3
Stir in the drained corn, drained mixed vegetables, and the cooked chicken.
About 1 min
- 4
Season with onion powder and black pepper, if you are using them.
About 1 min
- 5
Increase the heat to medium and bring the soup to a gentle simmer, then cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
About 5 min
Cook’s note: Avoid a rapid boil, which can cause the soup to separate or stick.
- 6
Ladle the hot soup into bowls and serve immediately.
Per serving
Nutrition
- Calories
- 388.9kcal
- Protein
- 30.3g
- Carbs
- 16.4g
- Fat
- 22g
- Fibre
- 2.6g
- Sugar
- 7.4g
Estimated from the recipe’s ingredient quantities. Values can vary with brands and substitutions.
Keep it good
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Reheat gently on the stovetop over low heat, stirring frequently, until warmed through.
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