Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1/2 cup minced shallot
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup white wine
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 4 cups milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne (more or less to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups shredded cooked boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons minced parsley

Method

  • In a large soup pot, melt the butter.
  • Saute shallots until softened, about 5 minutes.
  • Whisk in flour. Cook a few minutes.
  • Add wine & whisk until smooth. Cook until bubbly & thick.
  • Add chicken broth, milk, cayenne, salt, & chicken. Bring to just a simmer for 5 minutes to heat through thoroughly & thicken.
  • Add cream & bring to a simmer again. Garnish with a sprinkling of parsley & serve.