Description

This comforting Rotisserie Chicken Mushroom Soup combines tender shredded rotisserie chicken with sautéed mushrooms, onions, and garlic, simmered in a savory vegetable broth and enriched with creamy heavy cream and fresh thyme for a delicious, hearty meal ready in 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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Soup Base

1 tbsp olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
8 oz fresh mushrooms (button or cremini), sliced
4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth

Protein

2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken

Dairy & Seasoning

1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
1 tsp fresh thyme (or ½ tsp dried thyme)
Salt and pepper to taste

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Instructions

Sauté Aromatics: In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil and chopped onions. Sauté until translucent, about 3 to 4 minutes, to develop the base flavor for the soup.
Add Garlic and Mushrooms: Stir in the minced garlic and sliced mushrooms. Cook them together until the mushrooms turn golden brown, approximately 5 to 7 minutes, which enhances their earthy flavor.
Stir In Broth and Chicken: Pour in the vegetable broth, then add the shredded rotisserie chicken. Stir gently to combine all ingredients evenly in the pot.
Add Cream and Seasonings: Reduce the heat slightly and stir in the heavy cream along with fresh thyme, salt, and pepper. Let the soup simmer for about 10 minutes to meld all the flavors and achieve a creamy texture.
Taste Test: Sample the soup and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or pepper if necessary to suit your preference.
Serve Up Your Creation: Ladle the soup into bowls and optionally garnish with extra thyme sprigs or cracked black pepper for a beautiful presentation and added freshness.

Notes

You can substitute half-and-half for heavy cream to reduce fat content.
Use low-sodium broth to better control the salt level in the soup.
Button or cremini mushrooms work best, but feel free to try other varieties for different flavor nuances.
This soup can be reheated gently on the stovetop or in the microwave.
For added texture, sprinkle some toasted bread crumbs or grated cheese on top before serving.