Homemade Condensed Chicken Soup Mix
Servings: 6
Calories: 250kcal
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.
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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.
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Nutrition
Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 45.4g | Protein: 14.8g | Fat: 0.6g | Saturated Fat: 0.2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 6mg | Sodium: 191.5mg | Potassium: 589mg | Fiber: 1.2g | Sugar: 15.8g | Vitamin A: 657.8IU | Vitamin C: 2.3mg | Calcium: 387.2mg | Iron: 1.9mg
