Growing up in Southern California, one of my favorite family dining spots was Souplantation. This comforting Chicken Pot Pie Stew brings back those cozy buffet memories—creamy, hearty, and perfect any time of year.
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Souplantation Chicken Pot Pie Stew Recipe
A creamy, comforting stew inspired by the beloved Souplantation buffet—classic pot pie flavors without the crust.
What Was Souplantation?
Souplantation (also known as Sweet Tomatoes) was a beloved buffet-style restaurant known for its fresh soups, salads, baked goods, and comforting seasonal dishes. It became a family favorite across Southern California and beyond.
From creamy soups and hearty stews to fresh salad bars and bakery favorites, Souplantation offered comforting food made to feel like home. Though the restaurants closed in 2020, many official recipes live on—bringing those nostalgic flavors back to our kitchens.
Chicken Pot Pie Stew
Makes approximately 9.5 cups.
Ingredients
- 1/2 lb raw chicken breast
- 1/2 lb butter
- 1 1/4 cups diced carrot (3/8” pieces)
- 1 cup sliced celery (1/4” pieces)
- 1 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 6 tablespoons all-purpose white flour
- 2 1/2 cups water
- 1 1/4 cups whole milk
- 3/4 cup whipping cream
- 2 cups diced red potatoes (1/2” pieces)
- 1 1/2 cups sliced mushrooms (1/4” pieces)
- 3/4 cup pearl onions
- 1/3 cup peas
- 4 teaspoons chicken bouillon
- 1 1/4 teaspoons dried thyme
- 1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon white pepper
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped curly parsley
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F. Place chicken breast on a metal sheet pan and roast until internal temperature reaches 165°F. Slice chicken into 1/4” pieces and set aside.
- In a 4-quart pot, melt butter. Add carrot, celery, and garlic, and sauté over medium heat for 5 minutes.
- Add flour and stir to combine. Cook over low to medium heat for 2 minutes.
- Add water, milk, whipping cream, potatoes, mushrooms, pearl onions, peas, chicken bouillon, thyme, salt, white pepper, black pepper, and cooked chicken. Stir well.
- Bring mixture to 190°F and simmer for 20 minutes, or until potatoes are tender. Stir frequently.
- Fold in parsley, taste, and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve warm.
Recipe Source: sweettomatoesrecipes.com