Fast Easy Elegant Chestnut Soup

Indulge in comfort and sophistication with this Fast Easy Elegant Chestnut Soup, a rich and velvety dish that's perfect for cozy evenings or impressing guests at your next dinner party. Made with earthy chestnuts, sautéed onions, and fragrant thyme, this creamy soup is delicately enhanced with a touch of heavy cream for a luxurious finish. With just 30 minutes from start to table, this recipe combines quick prep, simple ingredients, and gourmet flavor to create a stunning starter or light meal. Optional garnishes like chopped chives or a drizzle of olive oil elevate its presentation, making it as beautiful as it is delicious. Whether you’re cooking for the holidays or looking for an easy weeknight treat, this chestnut soup delivers elegance in every spoonful. Perfectly cozy, effortlessly elegant—this is the soup you’ll want to make again and again!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 grams Cooked and peeled chestnuts
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1 medium Yellow onion, finely chopped
• 2 units Garlic cloves, minced
• 4 cups Chicken or vegetable broth
• 0.5 cups Heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Optional garnish: Chopped chives or a drizzle of olive oil

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the finely chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until the onion is soft and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the cooked and peeled chestnuts, followed by the fresh thyme leaves. Cook for 2 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.

Step 4

Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes.

Step 5

Using an immersion blender, carefully puree the soup until smooth. Alternatively, blend in batches using a countertop blender (be cautious with hot liquids).

Step 6

Stir in the heavy cream, salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Simmer for an additional 2 minutes to warm through.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Step 8

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped chives or a drizzle of olive oil, if desired. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1634.9 grams (1634.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1245

Total Fat 71.80g	92%
Saturated Fat 39.60g	198%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 182mg	61%
Sodium 4778mg	208%
Total Carbohydrate 129.40g	47%
Dietary Fiber 14.40g	51%
Total Sugars 49.10g
Protein 16.10g	32%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 162mg	12%
Iron 5mg	26%
Potassium 3225mg	69%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.6%

Protein: 5.2%

Carbs: 42.1%