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.
Meat:
2 cups Rotisserie chicken (shredded)
Produce:
2 medium carrots
2 celery stalks
2 cloves garlic (minced)
8 oz mushrooms (chestnut/portabellini or your choice)
1 medium onion (white or red)
1/4 cup fresh parsley (chopped)
1/2 tsp dried rosemary
1 tsp dried thyme
Canned Goods:
4 cups chicken broth
Baking & Spices:
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
Salt and pepper, to taste
Oils & Vinegars:
2 tbsp olive oil
Dairy:
1 cup milk or cream (whipping cream or heavy cream works well)
Make the base:
Heat 1 tbsp of olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
Add chopped onion and celery, cooking until softened and translucent.
Stir in the mushrooms and cook for about 5-7 minutes until they become golden brown.
Add garlic, thyme, and rosemary, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
Cook the soup:
Add the chicken broth and cream to the pot, stirring to combine.
Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes.
Add the shredded rotisserie chicken and spinach, and simmer for another 5 minutes until all vegetables are tender.
Season and serve:
Season the soup with salt, pepper, and a splash of lemon juice to taste.
Serve warm with your choice of bread.
You can substitute the white onion with red onions or shallots if preferred.
For mushrooms, feel free to use shiitake, button mushrooms, or oyster mushrooms in place of chestnut mushrooms.
Spinach can be substituted with other leafy greens like kale or Swiss chard.
If you want a thicker soup, you can create a roux with flour and butter before adding the stock and cream.
This soup stores well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and can be frozen for up to 2 months.