Rotisserie Chicken Mushroom Soup Recipe
A comforting and creamy Rotisserie Chicken Mushroom Soup that combines tender shredded chicken, sautéed mushrooms, and fresh thyme in a rich vegetable broth base, perfect for a cozy meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Chicken and Broth
- 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
Vegetables and Aromatics
- 8 oz fresh mushrooms (button or cremini), sliced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh thyme (or ½ tsp dried thyme)
Dairy and Fats
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Seasonings
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: In a large pot over medium heat, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the chopped onions and sauté until they become translucent, about 3 to 4 minutes, releasing their natural sweetness and aroma.
- Add Garlic and Mushrooms: Stir in the minced garlic and sliced mushrooms. Continue cooking for 5 to 7 minutes until the mushrooms turn a golden brown color and have released their moisture.
- Stir In Broth and Chicken: Pour in 4 cups of low-sodium vegetable broth, then add the shredded rotisserie chicken. Gently stir everything together, allowing the flavors to start melding.
- Add Cream and Seasonings: Lower the heat slightly and stir in 1 cup of heavy cream along with fresh thyme, salt, and pepper to taste. Let the soup simmer for approximately 10 minutes so the flavors blend and the soup thickens slightly.
- Taste Test: Sample the soup and adjust the seasoning as needed, adding more salt, pepper, or thyme to suit your preference.
- Serve Up Your Creation: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with extra fresh thyme or cracked black pepper if desired. Serve hot for a deliciously comforting meal.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or milk, but the soup will be less creamy.
- Use low-sodium broth to better control the salt level in the soup.
- Leftover rotisserie chicken makes this soup quick to prepare and full of flavor.
- This soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop.
- For a gluten-free version, ensure the vegetable broth used is gluten-free.
Keywords: rotisserie chicken soup, mushroom soup, creamy chicken soup, quick chicken soup, easy stovetop soup
