Ingredients
Vegetables
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 celery sticks, finely chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, crushed
- 500 g (1 lb) mushrooms, thinly sliced
- 3 cups spinach, chopped
Herbs & Seasonings
- 2 tsp fresh thyme
- Pinch of chili flakes
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Proteins & Dairy
- 1 rotisserie chicken, shredded
- 1 cup cream
Liquids & Others
- 6 cups stock (chicken or vegetable)
- Butter or oil, for sautéing
Instructions
- Build your base: Heat butter or oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and finely chopped celery, cooking them gently until they become soft and translucent. This slow sauté forms the flavorful foundation for your soup.
- Golden mushrooms: Add the thinly sliced mushrooms to the pot. Cook them until they are browned and fragrant, which deepens the flavor and adds an earthy richness to the soup.
- Garlic & thyme: Stir in the crushed garlic cloves and fresh thyme. Cook briefly until the garlic is aromatic and the herbs have bloomed into the mixture, enhancing the soup’s savory profile.
- Creamy magic: Pour in the stock and cream, stirring well to combine. Bring the soup to a gentle simmer and let it cook for 5 minutes to meld the flavors and thicken slightly.
- Make it whole: Add the shredded rotisserie chicken, chopped spinach, and a pinch of chili flakes. Simmer for another 5 minutes until the spinach is wilted and the chicken is heated through. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve warm: Ladle the soup into bowls and serve immediately, ideally with crusty bread on the side for dipping and extra comfort.
Notes
- Using a rotisserie chicken speeds up the cooking process and adds rich, roasted flavor to this soup.
- Patience during the mushroom cooking step brings out the best flavor; don’t rush browning.
- You can substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or coconut cream for a lighter or dairy-free version.
- Add extra chili flakes if you prefer a spicier kick.
- Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat beautifully.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Salt