Creamy Rotisserie Chicken Mushroom Soup is a one-pot, hearty soup made with savory mushrooms, shredded rotisserie chicken, fresh herbs, and a creamy broth. Easy, comforting, and ready in 35 minutes.
2–3 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
8 oz mushrooms, sliced
1 onion, diced
2–3 stalks celery, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp butter + 1 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp all-purpose flour (optional)
4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
1 bay leaf
½–1 tsp dried thyme
Salt & pepper to taste
Fresh parsley for garnish
Sauté mushrooms in butter/oil until browned. Remove and set aside.
Sauté onion, celery, and garlic. Add flour, stir 1–2 minutes.
Add broth, bay leaf, thyme, salt, and pepper. Simmer 10–15 minutes.
Stir in chicken, mushrooms, and cream. Simmer 5–7 minutes more.
Remove bay leaf. Adjust seasoning. Garnish with parsley. Serve hot.
Add spinach or kale at the end for greens.
Substitute cream with milk + slurry for a lighter version.
Add cooked wild rice or pasta for a heartier meal.