This Rotisserie Chicken Mushroom Soup is a rich, savory blend of shredded rotisserie chicken, mushrooms, and aromatic vegetables simmered in flavorful broth. Comforting and ready in under an hour.
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
1 medium onion, diced
2 carrots, peeled and diced
2 celery stalks, diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon dried or fresh thyme
8 oz cremini mushrooms, sliced
4 oz white mushrooms, sliced
6–8 cups chicken broth (low sodium)
2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
½ cup heavy cream (optional)
Salt and pepper, to taste
Fresh parsley or chives, chopped (for garnish)
Heat olive oil and butter in a large pot over medium heat.
Sauté onion, carrot, and celery for 5–7 minutes until softened.
Add garlic and thyme, cook 30 seconds.
Add mushrooms and cook for 8–10 minutes until browned.
(Optional) Deglaze with a splash of white wine.
Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
Stir in shredded chicken and cook 10 more minutes.
Add cream if using, heat through.
Season with salt, pepper, and garnish with fresh herbs. Serve warm.
Substitute mushrooms with shiitake or oyster for deeper flavor.
Use dairy-free milk to make it non-dairy.
Freezes well (without cream) for up to 3 months.
Great with crusty bread or salad.