Sometimes you just want something really creamy and satisfying. Our recipe for Creamy Chicken and Mushroom soup will hit the spot. It is full of delicious tender chicken, vegetables, and mushrooms. The heavy cream gives it a wonderful, luxurious flavor that makes you feel pampered and cared for. This is truly comfort food at its finest.
Imagine a bowl full of thick, creamy soup full of delightful chunks of chicken and mushrooms. The chopped herbs floating on the top provide a visual treat while you enjoy each spoonful. It sounds good, doesn't it? You can easily make this recipe and make it a reality. This cream of chicken soup is perfect for a chilly night in front of the fire. Serve it up with some fresh crusty bread so you can get every drop. It also pairs well with a fresh green salad for a light lunch.
This chicken soup recipe is so simple you can whip it up anytime you want. Make it when you have guests if you want to impress them with your culinary skills. Enjoy it when it is just you and your loved ones. Either way, everyone will get a great meal that they will enjoy with every bite. This cream of chicken recipe is one to savor.
Ingredients -
2 Tablespoons butter
1 Tablespoon olive oil
1 pound boneless chicken breasts, diced
½ cup carrot, diced
1 large rib celery, diced
1 pound mushrooms, sliced
1 clove garlic, minced
2 Tablespoons flour
4 cups chicken broth
½ teaspoon dried thyme
½ teaspoon salt, or to taste
Ground black pepper, to taste
¾ cup heavy cream
Preparation:
In a large sauce pan, heat up the olive oil and butter over medium-low heat.
Add the chicken, celery, and carrot.
Let them cook, stirring frequently, until the chicken is almost cooked through.
Add the mushrooms.
Keep stirring until mushrooms are tender.
Add the flour and mix until well blended.
Add the thyme and the chicken broth.
Bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring constantly.
Cover the pan and reduce the heat to low.
Cook for 10 to 15 minutes.
Add the salt and pepper to taste.
Stir in the cream and heat through.
(Serves 4 to 6)
Photo Description:
This creamy chicken soup is perfect for a cold day. Full of big chunks of chicken, potatoes, and mushrooms, this soup feels luxurious when you eat it. This is a wonderful soup when the snow is blowing outside. Sit yourself down in front of the fireplace with your bowl of soup and just watch the weather storm outside. Serve this soup for lunch or dinner. It is filling enough to be a meal in its own right, or you can serve small portions as an appetizer. It goes well with thick, crusty bread that can soak up the delicious broth.
Nutritional Info:
Calories (kcal): 349
% Calories from Fat: 34.1%
% Calories from Carbohydrates: 39.4%
% Calories from Protein: 26.5%
Per Serving Nutritional Information:
Total Fat (g): 14g 21%
Saturated Fat (g): 5g 26%
Monounsaturated Fat (g): 4g 19%
Polyunsaturated Fat (g): 3g 14%
Cholesterol (mg): 82mg 27%
Total Carbohydrate (g): 36g 12%
Dietary Fiber (g): 6g 24%
Protein (g): 24g 48%
Sodium (mg): 1236mg 51%
Potassium (mg): 885mg 25%
Calcium (mg): 158mg 16%
Iron (mg): 4mg 20%
Zinc (mg): 2mg 14%
Vitamin C (mg): 34mg 57%
Vitamin A (i.u.): 1811IU 36%
Vitamin A (r.e.): 227 1/2RE 23%
Vitamin B6 (mg): .7mg 34%
Vitamin B12 (mcg): .5mcg 8%
Thiamin B1 (mg): .2mg 16%
Riboflavin B2 (mg): .3mg 20%
Folacin (mcg): 49mcg 12%
Niacin (mg): 9mg 44%