Description

Warm up your soul with this creamy chicken mushroom soup, perfect for cozy nights or family gatherings. Each spoonful offers a rich blend of tender chicken, earthy mushrooms, and aromatic herbs, creating a comforting dish that’s sure to impress.

Ingredients

Scale

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
8 oz fresh mushrooms (button or cremini), sliced
1 medium onion, diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
1 tsp dried thyme (or 2 tsp fresh thyme)
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tbsp olive oil or butter

Instructions

Heat olive oil or butter in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté diced onions and minced garlic until fragrant (about 3 minutes).
Add the chicken breasts and cook until golden brown on all sides (about 5-7 minutes).
Stir in the sliced mushrooms and cook until they shrink and release their juices (4-5 minutes).
Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil while scraping the bottom of the pot for added flavor.
Reduce heat to low and let simmer for about 20 minutes to meld flavors.
Stir in heavy cream and thyme; season with salt and pepper to taste. Warm through for another 5 minutes before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Soup
Method: Sautéing
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
Calories: 350
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 650mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 12g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 115mg

Keywords: For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half. Feel free to swap chicken for turkey or use vegetable broth for a vegetarian option. Fresh herbs like parsley can enhance the flavor profile.