Craving a soul-warming dish that will transform your ordinary dinner into an extraordinary culinary experience? Get ready to discover the ultimate Chicken Mushroom Soup that's not just a meal, but a comforting embrace in a bowl! This one-pot wonder combines tender chicken, earthy mushrooms, and creamy goodness that will make your taste buds dance with joy. In just 45 minutes, you'll create a restaurant-quality soup that's so delicious, your family will think a professional chef stepped into your kitchen.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups spinach
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by dicing chicken breast into bite-sized cubes, slicing mushrooms, chopping onion, and mincing garlic.
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent and slightly golden, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds, stirring to prevent burning.
- Add diced chicken breast to the pot, season with salt and pepper. Cook until chicken is lightly browned and mostly cooked through, approximately 5-6 minutes.
- Introduce sliced mushrooms to the pot and cook for 3-4 minutes until they release their moisture and start to brown.
- Pour in chicken broth, stirring to deglaze the bottom of the pot and incorporate all browned bits.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook for 10-12 minutes, allowing flavors to meld together.
- Reduce heat to low and stir in heavy cream, creating a rich and creamy texture.
- Add fresh spinach and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until spinach wilts.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper as needed.
- Remove from heat and let sit for 2-3 minutes before serving hot in bowls.
Tips
- Choose fresh, high-quality mushrooms like cremini or shiitake for the most robust flavor profile.
- Make sure to dice chicken into uniform bite-sized pieces to ensure even cooking.
- Don't rush the sautéing process - letting onions and garlic caramelize develops deeper flavor complexity.
- Use low-sodium chicken broth to control the salt level in your soup.
- For extra richness, consider adding a splash of white wine when deglazing the pot.
- Fresh spinach adds nutrition and color, but you can substitute with kale or Swiss chard.
- Let the soup rest for a few minutes after cooking to allow flavors to meld together perfectly.
- Garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or thyme for an extra layer of aromatic freshness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 380kcal
Carbohydrates: 8g
Protein: 35g
Fat: 23g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Cholesterol: 110mg
