Clean Chicken Mushroom Soup for Cozy Winter Nights
A light yet hearty Clean Chicken Mushroom Soup made with shredded chicken, fresh mushrooms, and aromatic herbs in a clear, comforting broth. Perfect for healthy, feel-good meals.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
1 lb chicken breast or thighs
8 oz mushrooms, sliced
1 onion, chopped
2 carrots, chopped
2 celery stalks, sliced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tbsp olive oil
8 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 bay leaf
1 tsp fresh thyme (or 1/2 tsp dried)
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 tbsp lemon juice
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
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Poach chicken in broth until fully cooked. Shred and set aside.
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In a soup pot, heat olive oil. Sauté onion, carrots, and celery for 5–7 minutes.
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Add mushrooms and cook 5 minutes more. Stir in garlic.
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Pour in remaining broth. Add shredded chicken, bay leaf, thyme, salt, and pepper.
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Simmer uncovered for 15–20 minutes.
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Stir in lemon juice and parsley. Remove bay leaf and serve hot.
Notes
Add spinach, kale, or cooked quinoa for variety. Use rotisserie chicken for quicker prep.