Description
A heartwarming soup that combines tender chicken, earthy mushrooms, and fragrant herbs for a comforting dish perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 cups sliced mushrooms (cremini, shiitake, or button)
- 1 pound boneless chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 6 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth
- 2 carrots, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Sauté the onions and garlic in olive oil for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Add sliced mushrooms and cook for 5-7 minutes until they release their juices.
- Stir in the chicken pieces and season with salt and pepper; cook until the chicken is no longer pink, about 6-8 minutes.
- Pour in the broth and bring to a gentle simmer; cook uncovered for 20 minutes.
- Incorporate chopped carrots and celery; simmer for an additional 10 minutes until veggies are tender.
- Finish with fresh parsley and thyme before serving.
Notes
For a creamier soup, add a splash of heavy cream or coconut milk in the last few minutes of cooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: soup, chicken soup, mushroom soup, comfort food, family recipe, healthy soup