Creamy Chicken Soup (With Pie Crust Strips)

MAKE THE CRUST STRIPS

Step 1

Unroll thawed pie crust (for one crust). Cut into strips and lay on parchment paper lined baking sheet. Bake in a 450 degree oven for 6-8 minutes, until browned. Remove from oven, set aside until ready to use.

MAKE THE SOUP

Step 2

In a large pot, melt butter over medium high heat. Add onions, celery and broccoli and cook to soften about 3-5 minutes. Add in garlic then cook 1-2 minutes.

Step 3

Add in flour, and cook an additional minute, stirring constantly until mixture is thickened.

Step 4

Slowly add chicken granules, broth, milk, cream, cayenne. Add salt and pepper to your desired taste.

Step 5

Heat over medium heat stirring until warmed, about 15 minutes.

Step 6

To assemble, Pour soup into individual ramekins and top with shredded cheese and pieces of pie crust strips.