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Rotisserie Chicken Soup

Rotisserie Chicken Soup
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Rotisserie Chicken Soup is a quick, comforting, and versatile recipe that transforms leftover rotisserie chicken into a hearty, flavorful soup perfect for chilly days. This recipe uses simple pantry ingredients and offers multiple variations including classic, spicy, creamy, and gluten-free options. Ideal for busy days, it delivers a homemade taste with minimal effort and maximum satisfaction.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
  • 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup chopped carrots
  • 1 cup chopped celery
  • 1 cup chopped onions
  • 2–3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
  • 1–1.5 cups pasta (egg noodles) or rice (or spiralized zucchini/cauliflower rice for gluten-free)
  • 1–2 bay leaves
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme (or 1/3 teaspoon dried)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Splash of lemon juice or vinegar

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Shred the rotisserie chicken into bite-sized pieces. Chop the fresh vegetables—onions, carrots, celery—and mince the garlic for an aromatic soup base.
  2. Sauté the Vegetables: Heat olive oil or butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add onions, carrots, and celery, cooking gently until tender and fragrant, about 5-7 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic during the last minute of sautéing to release its aroma.
  3. Add Broth and Herbs: Pour in the chicken broth and add thyme and bay leaves. Bring the soup to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for about 15 minutes to let the flavors meld.
  4. Incorporate Chicken and Starch: Add the shredded rotisserie chicken along with your choice of pasta, rice, or other starch. Continue cooking until the pasta or grains are tender, usually another 10-12 minutes.
  5. Final Seasoning and Serving: Remove the bay leaves, adjust salt and pepper to taste, and finish with a squeeze of lemon juice or a splash of vinegar to brighten the flavors. Serve the soup hot and enjoy!

Notes

  • Use quality broth—homemade or store-bought low-sodium is best for rich flavor.
  • Add noodles last and cook until just tender to avoid soggy soup.
  • Add shredded chicken near the end to keep it moist and tender.
  • Fresh herbs provide the best flavor; dried herbs can be used in smaller amounts if fresh are unavailable.
  • Boost umami by adding a splash of soy sauce or a Parmesan rind to the broth.

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Keywords: rotisserie chicken soup, easy chicken soup, leftover chicken recipes, quick comforting soup, gluten free chicken soup

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