30 Minute Frozen Pea Soup

Ingredients for 30 Minute Frozen Pea Soup

I always use basic pantry staples for this recipe. My go to method keeps things affordable and flavorful.

• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 large onion chopped
• 1 cup celery chopped
• 4 cloves garlic crushed and chopped
• 1 2-pound package frozen peas about 7 cups
• 4 cups chicken broth plus more if needed
• 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/4 teaspoon chipotle chili powder
• 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 1/2 teaspoons salt more or less to taste
• Pepper to taste
• 3/4 cup heavy cream

Step-by-Step Instructions

I recommend using an immersion blender for the easiest cleanup.

Step 1: Melt butter and olive oil in a large soup pot over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion and celery then sauté for about 5 minutes until the onions are soft and translucent.

Step 2: Add the chopped garlic and stir for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant. Avoid browning the garlic to prevent a bitter taste.

Step 3: Pour in the frozen peas chicken broth thyme chipotle powder smoked paprika salt and pepper. Bring to a rolling boil over high heat.

Step 4: Lower the heat to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes until the vegetables are completely tender. Turn off the heat.

Step 5: Puree the soup directly in the pot with an immersion blender until silky smooth. Stir in the heavy cream and heat through before serving.

What to Serve with 30 Minute Frozen Pea Soup

The best sides for 30 minute frozen pea soup add a crunchy texture to balance the creamy broth.

Maple Chicken Bacon Sliders: These sweet and savory sliders turn a simple soup into a full dinner spread.

Loaded Chicken Club Sandwich: A hearty sandwich pairs perfectly with a lighter bowl of soup for a weekend lunch.

Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Potatoes: If you want a filling protein on the side this classic chicken dish adds great texture.

Cheesy Mediterranean Quesadilla: Cutting a crispy quesadilla into triangles gives you the perfect dippers for the creamy broth.

Loaded Steak Potatoes: A loaded baked potato side adds a comforting and rich element to your meal.

Broccoli Cheddar Soup: Serving two different soups is a fun way to switch up a family dinner night.

Storage & Serving Tips

Store leftover soup in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days. It also freezes well in sealed bags for up to three months.

Reheat gently on the stovetop over medium-low heat to prevent the cream from separating. I recommend stirring occasionally while warming.

This recipe is very versatile. You can easily swap the chicken broth for vegetable broth to make a fantastic vegetarian dinner.

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30 Minute Frozen Pea Soup

A fast creamy and smokey soup made entirely from a bag of frozen peas and simple pantry staples

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 25 minutes mins

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Total Time 30 minutes mins

Servings: 6 portions

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American

Calories: 307

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 2 tbsp butter
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 large onion chopped
• 1 cup celery chopped
• 4 cloves garlic crushed and chopped
• 2 lbs frozen peas about 7 cups
• 4 cups chicken broth plus more if needed
• 1/4 tsp dried thyme
• 1/4 tsp chipotle chili powder
• 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
• 1.5 tsp salt more or less to taste
• pepper to taste
• 3/4 cup heavy cream

Equipment

• Large soup pot
• Immersion blender

Method

 

1. Melt butter and olive oil in a large soup pot over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion and celery then sauté for about 5 minutes until the onions are soft and translucent.
2. Add the chopped garlic and stir for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant. Avoid browning the garlic to prevent a bitter taste.
3. Pour in the frozen peas chicken broth thyme chipotle powder smoked paprika salt and pepper. Bring to a rolling boil over high heat.
4. Lower the heat to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes until the vegetables are completely tender. Turn off the heat.
5. Puree the soup directly in the pot with an immersion blender until silky smooth. Stir in the heavy cream and heat through before serving.

Notes

You can use vegetable broth to make this vegetarian. Smoked paprika is not the same as regular paprika so do not skip it.