Homemade Condensed Chicken Soup Mix
Very cost effective. Store-bought condensed soup: $1.50–$2.00 per can. Homemade: Less than $0.40 per “can” serving. If Dairy-free is needed substituent dry milk powder with a plant-based alternative such as coconut milk powder or almond milk powder. Note: flavor and texture may vary slightly. If Low sodium is the goal, use sodium-free bouillon.
Ingredients
- 1¾ cups all-purpose flour – Acts as the thickening base.
- 1½ cups dry milk powder Adds creaminess and body.
- 3 tablespoons chicken bouillon granules or powder Provides rich, savory chicken flavor.
- 1½ tablespoons dried chopped onion Infuses the mix with depth and aroma.
Options
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (for smoother thickening)
- to taste sage
- to taste celery salt
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, dry milk powder, chicken bouillon, and dried onion.
- Stir or whisk the mixture until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Transfer to a mason jar or an airtight container.
- Label the jar with the mixing ratio:
“½ cup mix + 1¼ cups water = 1 can condensed soup”
(Do NOT use 1½ cups — write this on the lid to remember!)
Notes
Tips for Best Results
• Sift the ingredients before storing to remove any lumps.
• If your bouillon is chunky, pulse it in a food processor before mixing.
• Label the jar clearly with both the date and the usage instructions.
• Double or triple the batch for easy long-term storage.
• Add herbs and spices to match your favorite flavor profile — think sage, thyme, parsley, or celery salt. Notes
Store the jar in a cool, dry place for up to 6 months. How to use the mix
Use this mix as a 1:1 replacement for condensed cream of chicken soup in recipes. Simply follow this basic formula:
• To substitute 1 can of condensed soup:
Mix ½ cup of dry mix with 1¼ cups of water.
1. Whisk the mixture together in a saucepan over medium heat.
2. Stir continuously until it begins to thicken — about 3–5 minutes.
3. Once thickened, remove from heat and use immediately in your recipe.
• Sift the ingredients before storing to remove any lumps.
• If your bouillon is chunky, pulse it in a food processor before mixing.
• Label the jar clearly with both the date and the usage instructions.
• Double or triple the batch for easy long-term storage.
• Add herbs and spices to match your favorite flavor profile — think sage, thyme, parsley, or celery salt. Notes
Store the jar in a cool, dry place for up to 6 months. How to use the mix
Use this mix as a 1:1 replacement for condensed cream of chicken soup in recipes. Simply follow this basic formula:
• To substitute 1 can of condensed soup:
Mix ½ cup of dry mix with 1¼ cups of water.
1. Whisk the mixture together in a saucepan over medium heat.
2. Stir continuously until it begins to thicken — about 3–5 minutes.
3. Once thickened, remove from heat and use immediately in your recipe.
Nutrition Disclaimer
Paulson Pursuits is not a dietician or nutritionist, and any nutritional information shared is an estimate. If calorie count and other nutritional values are important to you, we recommend running the ingredients through whichever online nutritional calculator you prefer. Calories can vary quite a bit depending on which brands were used.
Nutrition
Calories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 45.4gProtein: 14.8gFat: 0.6gSaturated Fat: 0.2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 6mgSodium: 191.5mgPotassium: 589mgFiber: 1.2gSugar: 15.8gVitamin A: 657.8IUVitamin C: 2.3mgCalcium: 387.2mgIron: 1.9mg
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