Description
Craving comfort? This Rotisserie Chicken Mushroom Soup is your go-to guide for a hearty and delicious meal! With tender chicken, savory mushrooms, and a creamy base, it’s perfect for a cozy night in.
Ingredients
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Meat:
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2 cups Rotisserie chicken (shredded)
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Produce:
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2 medium carrots
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2 celery stalks
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2 cloves garlic (minced)
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8 oz mushrooms (chestnut/portabellini or your choice)
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1 medium onion (white or red)
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1/4 cup fresh parsley (chopped)
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1/2 tsp dried rosemary
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1 tsp dried thyme
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Canned Goods:
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4 cups chicken broth
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Baking & Spices:
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1/4 cup all-purpose flour
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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Oils & Vinegars:
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2 tbsp olive oil
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Dairy:
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1 cup milk or cream (whipping cream or heavy cream works well)
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Instructions
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Make the base:
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Heat 1 tbsp of olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
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Add chopped onion and celery, cooking until softened and translucent.
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Stir in the mushrooms and cook for about 5-7 minutes until they become golden brown.
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Add garlic, thyme, and rosemary, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
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Cook the soup:
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Add the chicken broth and cream to the pot, stirring to combine.
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Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes.
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Add the shredded rotisserie chicken and spinach, and simmer for another 5 minutes until all vegetables are tender.
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Season and serve:
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Season the soup with salt, pepper, and a splash of lemon juice to taste.
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Serve warm with your choice of bread.
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Notes
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You can substitute the white onion with red onions or shallots if preferred.
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For mushrooms, feel free to use shiitake, button mushrooms, or oyster mushrooms in place of chestnut mushrooms.
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Spinach can be substituted with other leafy greens like kale or Swiss chard.
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If you want a thicker soup, you can create a roux with flour and butter before adding the stock and cream.
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This soup stores well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and can be frozen for up to 2 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 45mg