Description
Hearty Chicken and Mushroom Soup
Ingredients
1 lb cooked chicken (diced or shredded)
8 oz mushrooms (sliced)
2 medium carrots (chopped)
2 celery stalks (chopped)
1 small onion (diced)
1/2 cup pearl barley or rice (optional)
4 cups chicken broth
1 cup water
1 tbsp olive oil or butter
1 tsp garlic (minced)
1/2 tsp dried thyme
1/2 tsp dried parsley
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley for garnish
Directions
Sauté the Veggies: Heat olive oil or butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, celery, and garlic. Cook for 5 minutes until softened.
Cook the Mushrooms: Stir in the sliced mushrooms and cook for an additional 5 minutes until tender.
Simmer the Soup: Add chicken broth, water, thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
Add Chicken and Barley: Stir in the cooked chicken and pearl barley or rice (if using). Simmer for another 15 minutes or until the barley is tender.
Serve: Ladle into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and flavor.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 320 kcal per serving
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