Ultimate Comfort: My Cooked Chicken Smoky Tomato Bisque Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, diced (about 1 cup)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 bell pepper, diced (any color)
• 2 medium carrots, diced (about 1 cup)
• 1 can (14.5 oz or 410 g) diced tomatoes, undrained
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• ½ teaspoon dried oregano
• ½ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
• ½ teaspoon black pepper (adjust to taste)
• 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
• 1 cup heavy cream or coconut cream (for a dairy-free option)
• Fresh basil leaves, for garnish (optional)