Dinner

Chicken Cordon Bleu Soup Recipe

ByNaomi Fletcher December 13, 2025December 13, 2025

Introduction

This Chicken Cordon Bleu Soup captures all the comforting flavors of the classic dish without the hassle. It’s a creamy, savory one-pot meal that both kids and adults will love, perfect for a cozy dinner any night of the week.

A close-up view of a white bowl filled with creamy soup, thick in texture and light orange in color with small herbs sprinkled on top. The soup has several visible layers: shredded white chicken pieces, diced orange carrots, small bits of pink ham, and shredded white cheese partially melted into the soup. On top, there are a few golden brown croutons and finely chopped green herbs for garnish. The bowl sits on a white marbled surface, with some scattered shredded cheese and crumbs around it. 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, 1 pound; 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 croutons or store-bought, for serving

Instructions

Step 1: Melt the butter in a large stockpot over medium heat.
Step 2: Add the diced onion, carrots, celery, minced garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper to the pot. Cook, stirring regularly, until the carrots have softened, about 10 minutes.
Step 3: Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream. Stir in the Dijon mustard, cooked chicken, ham, and cream cheese.
Step 4: Cook the soup, stirring regularly, until it is hot and the cream cheese has fully melted.
Step 5: Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot topped with shredded Swiss cheese and croutons.

Tips & Variations

Use leftover turkey or ham for a convenient twist and delicious flavor.
For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for the heavy cream.
Add a pinch of nutmeg to enhance the creamy broth’s warmth.
Try adding peas or chopped broccoli for extra veggies and color.

Storage

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

How to Serve

A white bowl with black checkered pattern is filled with creamy soup. The soup has visible layers of along the top with small pink cubes of ham, chunks of shredded white chicken, orange carrot pieces, and green herbs sprinkled throughout. On the surface, there are light yellow melted cheese strands on one side and three golden brown croutons resting near the edge. The bowl sits 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 use fresh chicken instead of rotisserie chicken?

Yes, you can cook and cube fresh chicken breast or thighs before adding to the soup. Just cook it thoroughly in a separate pan or bake it beforehand.

Is there a way to make this soup dairy-free?

To make a dairy-free version, replace the butter with a plant-based alternative, use coconut cream or a dairy-free cream substitute, and skip the cream cheese or use a dairy-free cream cheese option.