Creamy Rotisserie Chicken Mushroom Soup Recipe
This creamy rotisserie chicken mushroom soup is a comforting and hearty dish perfect for chilly days. Featuring tender shredded chicken, sautéed mushrooms, and a rich creamy broth infused with thyme and garlic, it’s a delicious way to use leftover rotisserie chicken and warm your soul.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups rotisserie chicken, shredded
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients: Gather all your ingredients and prepare the vegetables by dicing the onion, mincing the garlic, and slicing the mushrooms.
- Sauté onions, garlic, and mushrooms: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 5 minutes until soft and translucent. Then stir in the minced garlic and sliced mushrooms, cooking for an additional 5-7 minutes until mushrooms release their moisture and become tender.
- Add chicken broth and simmer: Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat and let it simmer gently for 10 minutes to let the flavors meld.
- Add shredded chicken: Stir in the shredded rotisserie chicken, mixing thoroughly to combine with the broth and vegetables.
- Incorporate heavy cream: Pour in the heavy cream and stir well to create a smooth and creamy soup base.
- Season and simmer: Season the soup with dried thyme, salt, and black pepper according to taste. Allow the soup to simmer for an additional 5 minutes so the flavors fully develop.
- Serve: Ladle the hot soup into bowls and garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter version.
- Add a splash of white wine when sautéing mushrooms for extra depth of flavor.
- This soup freezes well; let it cool completely before storing in airtight containers.
- Use low-sodium chicken broth if you want to control the saltiness.
- For a gluten-free version, ensure all ingredients and broth are gluten-free certified.
Keywords: rotisserie chicken soup, creamy mushroom soup, easy chicken soup, comfort food, weeknight dinner
