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Creamy Rotisserie Chicken Soup with Cream Cheese

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A quick and comforting creamy chicken soup made with rotisserie chicken and cream cheese, ready in 30 minutes. The cream cheese adds a silky smooth texture and rich flavor, perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
  • 4 cups chicken broth (low-sodium preferred)
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 medium carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour)
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream or half-and-half (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme (or 1/2 teaspoon dried)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Dice the onion, carrots, and celery into small, even pieces. Shred about 2 cups of rotisserie chicken meat, discarding skin and bones.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of butter in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 5-7 minutes until veggies soften and onions turn translucent. Add minced garlic in the last minute to avoid burning.
  3. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of flour evenly over the cooked veggies and stir continuously with a whisk or wooden spoon for about 2 minutes until the mixture looks pasty and fragrant.
  4. Slowly pour in 4 cups of chicken broth while whisking constantly to prevent lumps. Increase heat to bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Let it cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, so it thickens slightly.
  5. Reduce heat to low. Add the 4 ounces of room-temperature cream cheese in chunks. Stir gently until fully melted and blended into the broth. If using, pour in 1/2 cup of heavy cream or half-and-half for extra richness. The soup should become silky and smooth.
  6. Stir in the shredded rotisserie chicken and 1 teaspoon fresh thyme (or 1/2 teaspoon dried). Heat through for about 3-4 minutes. Taste and season with salt and pepper accordingly.
  7. Remove from heat and let the soup sit for a minute or two to allow flavors to meld. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired before serving.

Notes

If soup is too thick, add more broth or water to reach desired consistency. Melt cream cheese slowly over low heat to prevent clumping. For a lighter version, substitute cream cheese with Neufchâtel cheese. For dairy-free, use vegan cream cheese and vegetable broth. Fresh thyme enhances aroma but dried thyme works fine.

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Keywords: rotisserie chicken soup, creamy chicken soup, cream cheese soup, quick chicken soup, easy chicken soup, comfort food, weeknight dinner

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