Description
Comforting chicken and mushroom soup brings warmth from classic European kitchens to your table. Rich broth and tender meat blend with earthy mushrooms, creating a silky simmering experience you’ll crave during chilly evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 lb (454 g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts (diced)
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 8 oz (226 g) mushrooms (sliced)
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
Liquid and Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 4 cups (946 ml) chicken broth
- 1 cup (237 ml) heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) olive oil
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) dried thyme
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium temperature. Season diced chicken with salt and pepper, then sear until golden brown, approximately 5-7 minutes. Transfer cooked chicken to a separate plate.
- Using the same pot, sauté diced onions and sliced mushrooms until they become translucent and tender. Add minced garlic and continue cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes to release aromatic flavors.
- Introduce long-grain rice into the vegetable mixture, stirring to coat grains. Pour chicken broth and sprinkle dried thyme into the pot. Increase heat and bring liquid to a rolling boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and allow contents to simmer gently. Cook for 15-20 minutes, ensuring rice becomes soft and absorbs the flavorful liquid.
- Gently fold heavy cream into the soup, creating a luxurious texture. Return reserved chicken to the pot, warming through completely. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed for a balanced flavor profile.
Notes
- Choose boneless, skinless chicken breasts for easier preparation and leaner protein.
- Allow rice to absorb broth completely for maximum flavor and creamy texture.
- Swap heavy cream with half-and-half or milk for a lighter version of the soup.
- Fresh thyme can replace dried thyme for more vibrant herb flavor, using a 3:1 ratio.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg