No more of those store bought cans of condensed soup. Try this Homemade Cream of Chicken Soup Substitute Recipe.
I have literally boycotted so many recipes in the past for containing a can (or two) of cream of something soup. Mostly because I have read the ingredients on those cans and I am not the biggest fan. Instead of skipping out on recipes, I learned how to make my own Cream of Chicken Soup Substitute and it is AMAZING!
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Ingredients
This recipe calls for simple ingredients that most have on hand in their fridge and pantry. You will need...
- Chicken Broth
- Milk (or dairy free substitute)
- Butter (or dairy free substitute)
- Flour (or gluten free substitute)
- Salt & pepper
How to Make Cream Of Chicken Soup Substitute
In a small sauce pan melt the butter and whisk in the flour until smooth and bubbly.
Slowly whisk in the chicken broth and milk.
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, whisking constantly, until the soup thickens. Give it a taste and add salt and pepper as needed.
How Much Does it Make
This recipe makes enough to equally substitute for 1 can in a recipe. However, you can very easily double, even triple, if needed.
This is perfect for casseroles, homemade soups, and so many other dishes.
Gluten-Free
One benefit to making your own Cream of Chicken Substitute is you can make it gluten free! Simple substitute gluten free flour in place of regular. That is it!
Dairy-Free
Some recipes are easily substituted to make them dairy free. That has been hard in the past if it calls for a can of cream of something soup. Now, you can just make your own! Follow this recipe using a dairy free margarine and your choice of dairy free milk.
Low Sodium
To make this low sodium use a low-sodium chicken broth and limit the amount of salt you season it with our use a salt substitute.
Vegan
Turn this recipe vegan by using a vegetable broth base and following the dairy free instructions. Makes a delicious creamy cream of soup base.
This can easily be turned into Cream of Mushroom or Cream of Celery Soup by adding in mushrooms or celery while cooking.
Other Soup Recipes
Give this recipe a try and see how easy and delicious it is! Once you do, get creative. Turn this substitute into your own creamy soups for dinner.
- Mix in cheese and broccoli
- Mix in Corn & Bacon.
- Spice it up with some other seasonings.
- Add more milk or broth to change the texture.
The possibilities are endless with this great soup base!
Storage
If you are going to make this ahead store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. I do not recommend freezing this recipe. It is best made fresh or just a day or two before you will need it.
Recipe
Cream of Chicken Soup Substitute
Equipment
Ingredients
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ½ cup milk or dairy free substitute
- 3 tablespoon butter or dairy free margarine
- 1 tablespoon flour or gluten free flour
- salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a small sauce pan melt butter and flour together over medium heat, whisking ujntil smooth and bubbly.
- Slowly whisk in chicken broth and milk. Stirring while bringing it to a gentle boil.
- When thickened remove from heat and add salt and pepper as needed.
Gluten Free
- Use gluten free flour and double check your other ingredients for gluten.
Dairy Free
- Use dairy free milk substitute and dairy free margarine.
Mandy C.
This substitute is amazing! I use it all the time!
Lauri
Hi, This is so simple and I love that it could be made dairy or gluten free. I am wondering if multiple batches could be made and then divided in “1 can” portions and frozen? Would freezing make it weird?
It would be great to be able have it pre-made and ready throw in a quick instant pot meal, such as chicken and noodles!
Amanda Carlisle
Hi Lauri. While I haven't personally tried it I would imagine it may separate in the freezer. If it was made dairy free it could turn out a bit better, but I am not sure. If you give it a try be sure to come back and let s know how it worked.
Rachel R
Would this be the equivalent of one can of condensed soup that’s been prepared? Meaning, if a recipe calls for a can of condensed cream of chicken soup, is this recipe the equivalent of that what’s in the can, or the cream of chicken soup after adding a can of water/milk? I want to add it to a crock pot recipe. Thanks!
Amanda Carlisle
Yes it is an equal substitute.
Emily
I love this recipe! It has helped me be able to make more recipes for my family. Did anyone ever get back to you about freezing it? I would like to have some prepared and ready to use before I have a baby this summer. I use all dairy free substitutes. Thank you!
Gayla
I tried this in chicken spaghetti casserole. Can't tell the difference. So happy to find a good tasting substitute for the canned unhealthy variety
Johanna
Thank you for this recipe.I am making it now for the second time and it never seems to get as thick as the canned stuff. Is it supposed to?
Amanda Carlisle
No, it doesn't get quite as thick as the canned. The canned is super thick because of additives.
Diana
Super simple and perfect to use in place of canned soup. I don’t think I will ever use canned soup again!