Sweet Potato and Butternut Squash Soup

Sweet Potato and Butternut Squash Soup

🥄🍂 Creamy Sweet Potato & Butternut Squash Chicken Soup — The Hug-in-a-Bowl You Didn’t Know You Needed

“Because some days call for soup that tastes like a cozy blanket and a pep talk all in one.”

 

This Creamy Sweet Potato & Butternut Squash Chicken Soup is the ultimate comfort-meets-flavor situation. It’s velvety, rich, and just the right amount of smoky-spiced to make your taste buds do a happy dance. Perfect for chilly nights, busy weeknights, or those “I need something nourishing but also indulgent” moods.

It’s:

• Creamy without being heavy — thanks to the perfect blend of veggies and cream.
• Protein-packed — shredded roasted chicken makes it a meal.
• Flavor-layered — sweet, savory, smoky, and just a hint of spice.

If you would have told me about 10 years ago that I would be sharing a Sweet potato, and Butternut squash soup with you, I would tell you that you were crazy! I grown up a lot since then. lol!!! When I use to think about soup it was the basic recipes, you know, tomato, chicken noodle, clam chowder, and that was about it.

If you are like I use to be, your missing out! It doesn’t taste like Sweet potato or even Butternut squash. It’s a creamy goodness that can’t be described! It’s dreamy!! Not to mention that it is so simple to make that you will have a gourmet dish in minutes.

 

 

Sweet Potato and Butternut Squash Soup

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Ingredients

• 1 large can sweet potatoes,
• 1 12 ounce bottle butternut squash
• 1 lb. cooked roasted chicken, shredded
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 3 to 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 4 oz. cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup heavy cream

Instructions

1. In a large pot, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for 4-5 minutes until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds, until fragrant.
2. Add the sweet potatoes, butternut squash, and chicken broth to the pot with the onions and garlic. Bring the mixture to a simmer, cooking for 10-15 minutes, until the vegetables are completely tender and the flavors meld together.
3. Use an immersion blender to blend the soup until smooth and creamy, or carefully transfer the soup in batches to a blender. Once blended, return the soup to the pot.
4. Stir in the cream cheese, heavy cream, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt and pepper. Cook over low heat for 5-7 minutes, stirring in chicken. Keep stirring occasionally, until the soup is velvety and well-combined. Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed.

🔢 Calorie Count (Per Serving — 6 Servings)

• Calories: ~410
• Protein: 24g
• Carbs: 28g
• Fat: 23g
• Sugar: 9g

📊 Nutritional Facts (Per Serving)

\*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

👩‍🍳 Cooking Tips for the Best Soup

• Roast your chicken — it adds depth of flavor compared to boiled.
• Warm your cream cheese before adding so it melts smoothly.
• Taste as you go — smoked paprika can vary in intensity.
• For extra richness — add a pat of butter before serving.
• Garnish game strong — fresh parsley, chives, or a sprinkle of crispy bacon.

🎨 Recipe Variations

• Spicy Southwest — Add diced green chiles and a pinch of cayenne.
• Harvest Veggie Boost — Stir in roasted carrots or parsnips.
• Dairy-Free — Swap cream cheese for coconut cream and heavy cream for oat milk.
• Herb Lovers — Add thyme, rosemary, or sage for a cozy fall vibe.
• Cheesy Twist — Stir in shredded sharp cheddar before serving.

🧒 Kid Tips

• Serve with mini grilled cheese dippers for dunking fun.
• Let kids sprinkle their own toppings — cheese, croutons, or goldfish crackers.
• Keep spice mild; add chili powder to adult bowls at the table.
• Use fun bowls or mugs to make it feel special.

🛒 Grocery Hacks

• Rotisserie chicken — saves time and adds flavor.
• Canned sweet potatoes — no peeling or chopping required.
• Frozen butternut squash puree — a great swap if bottled isn’t available.
• Buy cream in bulk — freeze in 1-cup portions for recipes.
• Onion & garlic — dice extra and freeze for quick meal starts.

📣 Reader’s Challenge: #SoupSquadGoals

I want to see YOUR spin on this cozy soup!

1. Make the recipe.
2. Add your own twist — maybe a new spice blend, a veggie add-in, or a fun garnish.
3. Snap a photo of your steaming bowl.
4. Post it with the hashtag #SoupSquadGoals and tag me.

I’ll feature my favorites in an upcoming post — let’s make soup season the most delicious time of the year!

♻️ Leftover Remix

• Soup Pasta Bake — Toss with cooked pasta, top with cheese, and bake.
• Savory Pie Filling — Pour into a pie crust, top with puff pastry, and bake.
• Creamy Rice Bowl — Serve over rice with extra veggies.
• Stuffed Peppers — Fill halved bell peppers with soup-thickened rice mixture.
• Soup-to-Sauce — Reduce on the stove and use as a sauce for chicken or pork.

Did you try our Sweet Potato and Butternut Squash Soup? What did you think? Did you love it? We would love to hear from you! Please leave us a comment below or tag us on Instagram! 

 

 

💭 Final Thoughts

This Creamy Sweet Potato & Butternut Squash Chicken Soup is the kind of recipe that makes you feel like you’ve got your life together — even if you’re eating it in pajamas while watching reality TV. It’s nourishing, flavorful, and just fancy enough to serve to guests without breaking a sweat.

Here’s the thing — soup like this isn’t just food. It’s a mood. It’s the smell that fills your kitchen, the steam that fogs up your glasses, the way everyone leans in for that first spoonful. It’s the comfort of knowing you can make something beautiful and satisfying with simple, humble ingredients.

This Creamy Sweet Potato & Butternut Squash Chicken Soup is more than a recipe — it’s a reminder that cozy moments can be created, not just stumbled upon. That you can take a handful of pantry staples and turn them into something that feels like a warm hug.

So here’s my challenge to you: make it. Make it your own. Share it with someone who needs a little comfort. And when you do, post it with #SoupSquadGoals so we can all celebrate the magic of soup season together.

Because life’s too short for boring dinners — let’s make every bowl a little celebration. 🥄💛

 

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