Description

This Rotisserie Chicken Mushroom Soup is a comforting and hearty dish featuring tender shredded rotisserie chicken, earthy mushrooms, fresh thyme, and a touch of cream. Packed with vegetables like onion, celery, and spinach, this soup combines rich flavors and a creamy texture to create a perfect meal for chilly days. It’s easy to prepare, leveraging the convenience of pre-cooked chicken and wholesome ingredients for a quick yet delicious homemade soup.

Ingredients

Scale

Vegetables and Herbs

1 onion, diced
2 celery sticks, finely chopped
4 garlic cloves, crushed
500 g (1 lb) mushrooms, thinly sliced
2 tsp fresh thyme
3 cups spinach, chopped

Proteins and Dairy

1 rotisserie chicken, shredded
1 cup cream

Liquids and Seasonings

6 cups stock (chicken or vegetable)
Pinch of chilli flakes
Salt and pepper, to taste
Olive oil or butter (for cooking)
Lemon juice, to taste

Instructions

Heat the base: Heat a splash of olive oil or a knob of butter in a large pot over medium heat to prepare for sautéing the vegetables.
Sauté onion and celery: Add the diced onion and finely chopped celery to the pot. Cook until they soften and become translucent, about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent burning.
Add mushrooms: Stir in the thinly sliced mushrooms and cook until they turn golden brown and release their moisture, which typically takes about 8-10 minutes.
Cook herbs and garlic: Add the fresh thyme and crushed garlic cloves to the pot. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, making sure the garlic doesn’t burn.
Pour in liquids: Pour the 6 cups of stock and 1 cup of cream into the pot. Stir well and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
Simmer with chicken and spinach: After bringing the soup to a simmer, cook for 5 minutes, then add the shredded rotisserie chicken and chopped spinach. Continue to simmer for another 5 minutes to blend flavors and heat the chicken through.
Season the soup: Season with salt, pepper, and a pinch of chili flakes to your taste. Add lemon juice gradually and taste to enhance the brightness of the soup.
Serve: Ladle the hot soup into bowls and serve with your favorite bread for dipping.

Notes

You can use any rotisserie chicken leftovers; shredded dark and white meat both work well.
For a lighter version, substitute cream with half-and-half or omit it altogether.
Add other herbs such as parsley or rosemary to customize flavor.
Use gluten-free stock and bread if you require a gluten-free meal.
If you prefer a thicker soup, you can blend part of the soup and then mix it back in.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Soup
Method: Simmering and sautéing
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (about 245 g)
Calories: 250 kcal
Sugar: 4 g
Sodium: 600 mg
Fat: 12 g
Saturated Fat: 6 g
Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
Trans Fat: 0.2 g
Carbohydrates: 15 g
Fiber: 3 g
Protein: 20 g
Cholesterol: 70 mg

Keywords: rotisserie chicken soup, mushroom soup, creamy chicken soup, easy chicken mushroom soup, comfort food soup