Description
Creamy rotisserie chicken mushroom soup blends rustic comfort with gourmet elegance, offering hearty warmth in every spoonful. Savory herbs and tender chicken pieces dance with earthy mushrooms, creating a soul-satisfying meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 rotisserie chicken, shredded
- 500 g (1 pound) mushrooms, thinly sliced
Vegetables and Herbs:
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 celery sticks, finely chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, crushed
- 3 cups spinach, chopped
- 2 teaspoons fresh thyme
Liquid and Seasoning:
- 6 cups stock
- 1 cup cream
- Lemon juice, to taste
- Pinch of chili flakes
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a spacious pot, warm olive oil or butter over medium heat, gently sautéing diced onions and celery until they soften and become translucent, approximately 5 minutes.
- Introduce sliced mushrooms to the pot, allowing them to caramelize and release their rich, earthy essence, developing a deep golden-brown color.
- Incorporate crushed garlic and fresh thyme, stirring briefly to unleash their aromatic profile, creating an enticing fragrance throughout the kitchen.
- Gradually pour in stock and cream, blending the ingredients smoothly. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, letting it meld together for about 5 minutes.
- Fold in shredded rotisserie chicken and chopped spinach, continuing to simmer for an additional 5 minutes until the spinach wilts and the chicken becomes thoroughly heated.
- Elevate the soup’s flavor profile by seasoning with salt, freshly ground black pepper, and a hint of chili flakes for subtle heat.
- Finish with a bright squeeze of lemon juice to enhance the overall taste. Ladle the steaming soup into bowls and serve alongside crusty bread for a comforting meal.
Notes
- Swap butter for olive oil to make the recipe dairy-free and suitable for lactose-intolerant diners.
- Choose low-sodium chicken stock to control salt intake and create a heart-healthier version of the soup.
- Incorporate additional vegetables like diced carrots or zucchini to boost nutritional value and add more texture.
- Use fresh rotisserie chicken instead of pre-packaged for a more robust, authentic flavor profile that elevates the entire dish.
- Prep Time: 6 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 230 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg