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Creamy Homemade Chicken Mushroom Soup

A comforting and rich chicken mushroom soup that's perfect for any season, utilizing leftover chicken for a quick and delicious meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 340
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded Use freshly cooked or rotisserie chicken.
  • 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream For a lighter version, substitute with half and half or milk.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté until translucent.
  2. Add minced garlic and sliced mushrooms, cooking until mushrooms are tender.
  3. Stir in the shredded chicken and chicken broth, bringing the mixture to a simmer.
  4. Reduce heat and stir in the heavy cream.
  5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Simmer for another 5-10 minutes until heated through.
  7. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

Serve hot with crusty bread or a green salad on the side. Sprinkle with cheese or a dollop of sour cream for added flavor. To store, cool completely and transfer to an airtight container for up to 3 days in the refrigerator or freeze for up to 2 months.