Creamy Chicken Mushroom Soup
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken
cut into small bite sized pieces), boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 8 oz. sliced mushrooms)
(226g
- 2 Tablespoons olive oil )
(30ml
- 1/2 onion
, diced
- 3 cloves garlic
, minced or crushed
- , or to taste1/2 teaspoon salt
- , or to taste1/2 teaspoon fresh cracked black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 Tablespoon Worcestershire sauce)
(15ml
- 4 cups chicken stock )
(946ml
- 1/2 cup cream)
(120ml
- 2 Tablespoons flour or corn starch)
(30ml
Directions
- 1
Clean and slice mushrooms. Set aside. Heat a large pot over medium-high heat and then add oil. Stir in onions and garlic and cook until translucent.
- 2
Add chicken and cook chicken for about 2 minutes. Add salt, pepper, thyme, oregano, worcestershire sauce, and mushrooms. Stir and cook until mushrooms become soft.
- 3
Whisk optional flour/cornstarch into the cream (half & half or milk) until fully incorporated. Then add chicken broth and cream into the soup. Stir together with chicken and bring to boil, then immediately lower heat to a simmer.
- 4
Simmer soup for 10-15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked, soup is thick and the flavors are combined. Add additional salt to taste. If you don't season the soup with enough salt, it can be bland.
Creamy Chicken Mushroom Soup
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About this Recipe
Craving a deeply satisfying, comforting meal that comes together in a flash? This Creamy Chicken Mushroom Soup delivers rich flavors and cozy warmth in just 30 minutes, perfect for any weeknight.
You'll love how this soup achieves remarkable depth of flavor so quickly, thanks to the aromatic combination of diced onion, minced garlic, dried thyme, and oregano, complemented by the savory notes of Worcestershire sauce. The creamy base, enriched with a half cup of cream, beautifully balances the earthy mushrooms and tender chicken, creating a truly comforting bowl.
Imagine a velvety smooth broth embracing tender pieces of chicken and savory, earthy mushrooms. Each spoonful offers a harmonious blend of classic comfort, with fragrant herbs adding an inviting aroma. Despite its luxurious taste, this soup is surprisingly easy to make, making it perfect for both novice cooks and seasoned home chefs on busy evenings.
Feel free to customize this soup to your liking. You can easily swap boneless, skinless chicken breasts for thighs, or adjust the creaminess by using half and half or milk instead of heavy cream. For a thicker consistency, the recipe offers the flexibility to use either flour or corn starch as an optional addition.
Serve this heartwarming Creamy Chicken Mushroom Soup with a crusty piece of bread for dipping, or a light green salad, making it a complete and satisfying meal for any evening.