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A bowl of creamy rotisserie chicken and mushroom soup garnished with fresh thyme and cracked black pepper, served with crusty bread on the side.

Rotisserie Chicken Soup Recipe – Easy Creamy Mushroom & Chicken Dinner

This Easy Rotisserie Chicken and Mushroom Soup is the ultimate comfort food—rich, creamy, and ready in under 30 minutes! Made with tender rotisserie chicken, earthy mushrooms, garlic, and herbs, it’s a one-pot wonder that’s perfect for chilly nights or quick weeknight dinners. The shortcut of using pre-cooked chicken saves time without sacrificing flavor. Serve with crusty bread or a side salad for a satisfying, soul-warming meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Chicken and Mushroom Soup, Creamy Chicken Soup, Weeknight comfort food
Cuisine American comfort with European-inspired flavors
Servings 6
Calories 300 kcal

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven
  • Cutting board and knife
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Ladle
  • Measuring Cups and Spoons

Ingredients
  

Base:

  • 2 tbsp butter or olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped

Vegetables & Protein:

  • 8 oz mushrooms (cremini, button, or shiitake), sliced
  • 2–3 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
  • 2 cups fresh spinach (optional)

Broth & Cream:

  • 4 cups chicken stock or bone broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream, half-and-half, or 4 oz cream cheese

Seasoning:

  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: 1 tbsp lemon juice, ¼ tsp red pepper flakes, ¼ cup grated parmesan

Instructions
 

  • Sauté Aromatics: Heat butter or oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, and celery. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  • Cook Mushrooms: Add mushrooms and sauté until browned and their moisture evaporates, about 8–10 minutes.
  • Add Broth & Chicken: Stir in thyme, bay leaf, and chicken stock. Add shredded chicken. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10–15 minutes.
  • Add Cream & Greens: Stir in cream (or cream cheese) and spinach. Simmer for 5 more minutes until spinach wilts and soup is creamy.
  • Finish & Serve: Remove bay leaf. Adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, lemon juice, or parmesan. Serve hot with crusty bread.

Notes

  • Sauté mushrooms until golden to deepen flavor.
  • Add cream at the end to prevent curdling.
  • Use a mix of mushrooms for richer taste.
  • Stir in greens just before serving to retain color and nutrients.
  • Use homemade or low-sodium broth to control saltiness.
  • Let soup cool before freezing; add cream after reheating.
Keyword chicken soup, Comfort Food, Creamy mushroom soup, creamy soup, easy dinner, mushroom soup, rotisserie chicken