Chicken and Mushroom Soup

ByMarie
Spread the love

Chicken and Mushroom Soup

Reasons to try Chicken and Mushroom Soup

This hearty dish is perfect for a cozy meal. It’s packed with flavor and nutrients, making it a great option for any time of year. Plus, it’s easy to customize based on what you have on hand.

How to make Chicken and Mushroom Soup

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
  • 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Directions:

  1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onions and garlic, sauté until translucent.
  2. Add sliced mushrooms and cook until softened.
  3. Stir in the shredded chicken and thyme, cooking for another minute.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
  5. Reduce heat and stir in the heavy cream, letting it heat through without boiling.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

How to serve Chicken and Mushroom Soup

This soup goes well with a crusty bread or a light salad. You can also serve it with crackers for a satisfying crunch.

How to store Chicken and Mushroom Soup

If you have leftovers, let the soup cool down, then transfer it to an airtight container. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months. To reheat, simply warm it on the stove over low heat until heated through.

Tips to make Chicken and Mushroom Soup

  • For a thicker soup, add a tablespoon of cornstarch mixed with a little cold water. Stir it in towards the end of cooking.
  • You can use rotisserie chicken to save time.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables, like carrots or spinach, for extra nutrition.

Variation

Try adding some noodles for a heartier soup. Just cook them separately and then add them to the soup before serving.

FAQs

1. Can I use fresh mushrooms instead of canned?
Yes, fresh mushrooms are great and add more flavor.

2. How do I make this soup gluten-free?
Make sure to use gluten-free chicken broth and skip any ingredients that contain gluten.

3. Can I make this soup in advance?
Definitely! You can prepare it a day ahead and store it in the fridge. Just reheat before serving.

Chicken and Mushroom Soup

This hearty Chicken and Mushroom Soup is packed with flavor and nutrients, perfect for any time of year.
Print Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course, Soup
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded You can use rotisserie chicken to save time.
  • 1 cup mushrooms, sliced Fresh mushrooms are great for more flavor.
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth Use gluten-free chicken broth for a gluten-free version.
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  • Add onions and garlic, sauté until translucent.
  • Add sliced mushrooms and cook until softened.
  • Stir in the shredded chicken and thyme, cooking for another minute.
  • Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
  • Reduce heat and stir in the heavy cream, letting it heat through without boiling.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Notes

This soup goes well with crusty bread or a light salad. You can also serve it with crackers for a satisfying crunch. For a thicker soup, add a tablespoon of cornstarch mixed with a little cold water towards the end of cooking. Feel free to add other vegetables, like carrots or spinach, for extra nutrition. Try adding some noodles for a heartier soup, cooking them separately and adding before serving.
Keyword chicken soup, Comfort Food, Easy Soup Recipe, Hearty Soup, Mushroom Soup

Similar Posts