Creamy Chicken Potato Soup

Ingredients

• 6 -8 Skinless Boneless Chicken Thighs (diced into cubes)
• 4 Tbsp. Olive Oil
• 7 Tbsp. Salted Butter
• 5 Tbsp. All-Purpose Flour
• 6 Carrots (peeled and sliced)
• 3 celery stalks (finely diced)
• 5 Yukon Gold Potatoes (cut into small chunks)
• 1 Medium Yellow Onion (diced)
• 1 Tbsp. Minced Garlic
• 4 Cups Chicken Broth
• 1½ Cups Half and Half
• 2 Cups Whole Milk
• 1 Tbsp. Granulated Chicken Bouillon
• ½ Tsp. Paprika
• ½ Tsp. Onion Powder
• ¼ Tsp. Red Pepper Flakes
• ½ Tsp. Black Pepper
• 2 Tbsp. Fresh Parsley (chopped)
• 2 Dried Bay Leaves
• Garnish with Shredded Cheese and Fresh Chopped Parsley