Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole rotisserie chicken, meat shredded
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 8 ounces cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
Instructions
- Step 1: Melt the butter in a large soup pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the sliced mushrooms and diced onion, sautéing for 6 to 8 minutes until the mushrooms have released their liquid and the onions are translucent.
- Step 2: Add the minced garlic and dried thyme to the pot. Stir constantly for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to let the garlic brown.
- Step 3: Pour in the 4 cups of chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and allow the soup to simmer for 5 minutes to let the flavors meld.
- Step 4: Stir the shredded rotisserie chicken meat into the simmering broth. Heat through for 2 to 3 minutes until the chicken is warmed completely.
- Step 5: Reduce the heat to the lowest setting and stir in the heavy cream. Taste the soup and season generously with salt and black pepper before serving hot.
Notes
- Keep leftover soup refrigerated for up to 3 days; since the heavy cream will thicken the broth, stir in a spoonful of milk or water if the texture is too dense upon chilling.
- Gently reheat the soup on the stovetop over low heat, stirring occasionally, to prevent the heavy cream from separating or scorching at the bottom of the pot.
- For a satisfying texture contrast, serve this hearty soup with crusty artisan bread for dipping, or garnish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley or chives.
- Chef’s Tip: Do not rush Step 1; sautéing the mushrooms and onions until the mushroom liquid fully releases and evaporates is essential for developing the deep, rich flavor base.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups (approx. 360g)
- Calories: 345
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: *Note: The FDA does not provide a daily value percentage for Unsaturated Fat or Trans Fat.
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Protein: 4g