Ingredients
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Before we dive into the cooking process, let’s gather our ingredients. Here’s what you will need:
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced (button or cremini work well)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups baby spinach or kale
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half for a lighter version)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat, sauté onion for 3-4 minutes, then add garlic and mushrooms, cooking for another 5 minutes.
- Add chicken breasts and chicken broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes.
- Remove chicken, shred it, and return to the pot.
- Stir in heavy cream and spinach (or kale), simmer for 5 minutes, and season with salt and pepper.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half.
- Garnish with fresh parsley for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free