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Chicken & Mushroom Soup (Shiitake & Chestnut Mushrooms)

A rich, comforting soup packed with umami flavor!
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Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup shiitake mushrooms sliced
  • 1 cup chestnut mushrooms sliced
  • 1 lb chicken breast shredded
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 1 onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 carrots sliced
  • 1 tsp thyme
  • 1 tsp salt & black pepper
  • ½ cup heavy cream optional, for creamier texture
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat. Sauté onions, carrots, and mushrooms for 5 minutes.
  2. Add garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir for 1 more minute.
  3. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Add shredded chicken.
  4. Simmer for 15-20 minutes. Stir in heavy cream (if using).
  5. Serve warm with crusty bread!