Dinner

Chicken Cordon Bleu Soup Recipe

ByMatteo Rossi November 17, 2025November 17, 2025

Introduction

Chicken Cordon Bleu Soup captures the delicious flavors of the classic dish in a creamy, comforting one-pot meal. It’s easy to make and a hit with both kids and adults, perfect for cozy dinners any night of the week.

A white bowl with black square patterns holds a thick creamy soup with visible chunks of diced pink ham, white shredded chicken, and small pieces of orange carrot mixed in. On top, three golden-brown croutons sit along with a small heap of shredded white cheese. Green herbs are sprinkled throughout the soup, adding small green spots of color. The bowl rests on a white marbled surface with soft lighting highlighting the textures of the soup, meat, and toppings. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

¼ cup unsalted butter
1 small yellow onion, diced
2 carrots, diced
2 ribs celery, diced
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon salt, more or less to taste
½ teaspoon pepper
1 (32 oz) box chicken broth
1 pint heavy cream
2 tablespoons dijon mustard
4 cups cooked and cubed chicken (about 1 store-bought rotisserie chicken); leftover holiday turkey works great, too
1 (8 oz) package cubed ham; leftover holiday ham works great, too
1 (8 oz) block cream cheese, cubed and softened to room temperature
Swiss cheese, shredded for serving
Homemade or store-bought croutons for serving

Instructions

Step 1: Melt the butter in a large stockpot over medium heat.
Step 2: Add the diced onion, carrots, celery, garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook, stirring regularly, until the carrots soften, about 10 minutes.
Step 3: Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream, then stir in the dijon mustard, cooked chicken, ham, and cream cheese.
Step 4: Cook, stirring frequently, until the soup is hot and the cream cheese has fully melted.
Step 5: Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Spoon into bowls and top with shredded Swiss cheese and croutons before serving.

Tips & Variations

Use leftover holiday turkey or ham for a budget-friendly, flavorful twist.
For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream.
Add a pinch of nutmeg to deepen the creamy flavor.
Serve with crusty bread for an extra satisfying meal.

Storage

Store the soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days. Reheat gently in the microwave or on the stove until hot, stirring occasionally. This soup does not freeze well due to the cream content.

How to Serve

A bowl filled with creamy light orange soup that has visible pieces of white shredded chicken and diced orange carrots mixed throughout. There are small chunks of pink ham layered on top along with fresh green herbs sprinkled across the surface. On one side, a small pile of yellowish dried croutons rests partially covered by thin, pale strips of shredded cheese. The bowl is white with a thin black rim, placed on a white marbled surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make this soup ahead of time?

Yes, it tastes great the next day after the flavors have melded. Just reheat gently and stir well before serving.

What can I use instead of cream cheese?

You can substitute cream cheese with mascarpone or a soft goat cheese for a different creamy texture, but this will slightly change the flavor profile.