Step 1

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic and cook until tender. Remove from skillet and set aside.

Step 2

Add butter to skillet and cook until melted. Add in flour and whisk until well combined. Add in softened cream cheese and spices and stir until combined.

Step 3

Pour chicken broth into skillet and whisk ingredients until are smooth. Add in milk and whisk again until smooth. Bring to a gentle simmer and continue whisking to avoid lumps. Add in heavy cream, and whisk until smooth.

Step 4

Add in veggies, potatoes, and/or chicken and stir to fully combine ingredients. Cook on a low simmer for approximately five minutes stirring regularly.

Step 5

Give the soup a taste to check and see if more seasoning is needed, and if so add salt, pepper and seasoning of choice accordingly.

Step 6

Serve immediately.