Best 4 Original Ayres Tearoom Chicken Velvet Soup Recipes

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Ayres Tea Room's Original Chicken Velvet Soup is a classic dish that has been enjoyed by patrons of the historic restaurant in Indianapolis, Indiana for over a century. The soup is made with a rich chicken broth, tender chicken meat, and a velvety smooth sauce. It is typically served with a side of toast or crackers.

In this article, we will share two recipes for Chicken Velvet Soup: the original recipe from the Ayres Tea Room and a simplified version that is perfect for home cooks. Both recipes are easy to follow and result in a delicious and comforting soup that is sure to please everyone at your table.

The original Chicken Velvet Soup from the Ayres Tea Room is made with a variety of ingredients, including chicken, chicken broth, cream, butter, flour, eggs, and seasonings. The soup is simmered until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened. The simplified version of the soup uses fewer ingredients and is easier to make, but it still has all the flavor of the original.

No matter which recipe you choose, you are sure to enjoy this classic dish. It is the perfect soup for a cold winter day or a light lunch. So grab a bowl and spoon and get ready to enjoy a taste of history with Ayres Tea Room's Original Chicken Velvet Soup!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

L S AYRES TEA ROOM CHICKEN VELVET SOUP RECIPE - (3.2/5)



L S Ayres Tea Room Chicken Velvet Soup Recipe - (3.2/5) image

Provided by kathya5084

Number Of Ingredients 9

3/4 cup butter
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup warm milk
1 pint (2 cups) hot chicken stock
1 cup warm cream or half and half
1 quart (4 cups) chicken stock
1-1/2 cups chopped, cooked chicken
1/4 tablespoon salt
Dash pepper

Steps:

  • In large pot, melt butter. Blend in flour, then stir in warm milk, pint of chicken stock and warm cream. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture thickens and comes to a boil. Reduce heat. Add remaining chicken stock, cooked chicken, dash of pepper and salt to taste. Return soup to boiling and serve immediately. Calories: 261 per 8 ounce cup

ORIGINAL AYRE'S TEAROOM CHICKEN VELVET SOUP RECIPE - (4/5)



ORIGINAL AYRE'S TEAROOM CHICKEN VELVET SOUP Recipe - (4/5) image

Provided by á-41955

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 stick butter
3/4 c all purpose flour
1 c warm milk
1 pt hot chicken stock (may use swanson's)
1 c warm cream (may use half and half)
1 qt chicken stock
1 1/2 c chopped cooked chicken
1/4 Tbsp salt (3/4 teaspoon)
dash(es) pepper

Steps:

  • In a large pot, combine butter and flour, blending well. Add warm milk, the pint of hot chicken stock and the warm cream. When it begins to thicken, add remaining ingredients and cook over low heat until hot.

CHICKEN VELVET SOUP



Chicken Velvet Soup image

My mother-in-law used to make this often when her son and I first married. It is simple, tasty, and quick to make.

Provided by SCHSmom

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 tablespoons butter
⅓ cup all-purpose flour
3 cups chicken broth
½ cup milk
½ cup light cream
1 cup finely chopped cooked chicken

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a pot over medium-high heat. Whisk flour into butter until mixture forms a smooth paste, about 1 minute.
  • Whisk chicken broth, milk, and light cream into butter mixture; cook and stir until mixture comes to a boil and thickens, 5 to 10 minutes. Reduce heat to medium, stir in cooked chicken. Return soup to a boil and cook until chicken is heated through, 5 to 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270.3 calories, Carbohydrate 9.4 g, Cholesterol 74.5 mg, Fat 20.6 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 11.9 g, SaturatedFat 12.1 g, Sodium 157.1 mg, Sugar 1.5 g

AYRES' CHICKEN VELVET SOUP



Ayres' Chicken Velvet Soup image

A favorite, silken, creamy soup that became the Tea Room's trademark. This soup is so thick and creamy, great on a cold day to warm you inside. Recipe Source: Indianapolis Monthly Magazine.

Provided by Julia Ferguson

Categories     Cream Soups

Time 1h20m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 stick margarine
3 ribs celery, pureed
1 large onion, pureed
3/4 c flour
6 c water
2 oz powdered chicken base, concentrated chicken flavoring or chicken bullion cubes
1 c half and half
1 large whole chicken breast, or 2 halfs, poached, skinned, boned and diced
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • 1. Cut up onion and celery and puree in food processor. Heat margarine to bubbling hot in a large, heavy saucepan. Add celery and onion puree, recude heat to medium and cook until throughly softened, but not browned. Add flour and stir together to form a smooth paste. Recude heat to low and cook for 15 minutes, stirring frequently. Slowly add chicken base and water, whipping constantly to ensure smoothness. Bring to a boil over medium heat and cook for 1 hour. Add half and half, blend well. Add chicken meat, salt and pepper to taste, simmer for 5 minutes more.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the taste of your soup.
  • Don't overcook the chicken. Chicken is best when it is cooked through but still tender and juicy.
  • Make sure the soup is well-seasoned. Taste the soup as you go and adjust the seasonings as needed.
  • Serve the soup hot. Chicken velvet soup is best enjoyed when it is hot and steaming.
  • Garnish the soup with your favorite toppings. Some popular options include green onions, cilantro, and fried shallots.

Conclusion:

Chicken velvet soup is a delicious and easy-to-make soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is also a good way to use up leftover chicken. The soup is made with a flavorful broth, tender chicken, and a variety of vegetables. It is thickened with cornstarch and egg whites, which gives it a velvety smooth texture. Chicken velvet soup can be served as a main course or as a side dish. It is a popular dish in many Chinese restaurants.

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