**Rotisserie Chicken Mushroom Soup: Comfort in a Bowl!**
Hey friends! Feeling chilly? This simple, delicious soup is perfect for a cozy evening. Using rotisserie chicken makes it super easy, even if you're not feeling up to a lot of cooking.
**Ingredients:**
* 1 tbsp olive oil
* 1 onion, chopped
* 2 cloves garlic, minced
* 8 oz cremini mushrooms, sliced (or any mushrooms you like!)
* 4 cups chicken broth (low sodium is best!)
* 2 cups cooked rotisserie chicken, shredded
* 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half (for a lighter soup, use milk)
* 1 tsp dried thyme
* Salt and pepper to taste
* Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
**Instructions:**
1. **Sauté the aromatics:** Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
2. **Cook the mushrooms:** Add the sliced mushrooms to the pot and cook until they release their moisture and start to brown, about 5-7 minutes.
3. **Simmer the soup:** Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Add the shredded chicken and thyme. Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
4. **Creamy finish:** Stir in the heavy cream (or milk) and season with salt and pepper to taste. Heat through gently – do not boil.
5. **Serve & Enjoy:** Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley.
This soup is packed with flavor and protein, perfect for a light yet satisfying meal. Feel free to add other veggies like carrots or celery if you like! Let me know if you try it – I’d love to hear what you think!