Creamy Rotisserie Chicken Soup

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Why You Will Love This Creamy Rotisserie Chicken Soup

Fall soup season is truly one of the best seasons there is. This soup has a rich, creamy broth filled with sautéed onion and garlic, fresh tomatoes, savory seasonings, a bright pop of lemon or lime, and just enough red pepper flakes to give it a little kick. Instead of shrimp, we are using juicy, flavorful rotisserie chicken from Sam's Club, which makes this recipe even easier to throw together.

If you love creamy soups, comforting flavors, and easy dinners, this one needs to be on your fall recipe list.

Ingredients

• Sam's Club Rotisserie chicken: Provides tender, juicy, already-cooked chicken and makes this soup incredibly easy to prepare.
• Onion: Creates a savory, flavorful base for the soup.
• Garlic: Adds rich, aromatic flavor to the broth.
• Butter: Adds richness to the aromatics and creamy broth.
• Olive oil: Helps sauté the onion and garlic.
• Chicken bouillon: Adds savory flavor and seasons the broth.
• Red pepper flakes: Give the soup a little kick.
• Black pepper: Adds a subtle peppery flavor.
• Soy sauce: Adds savory umami flavor to the broth.
• Lemon or lime: Brightens the soup and balances the richness of the cream.
• Tomatoes: Add freshness, acidity, and a little sweetness to the broth.
• Heavy cream: Gives the soup its rich, creamy texture.
• Cilantro: Adds a fresh finish to the soup.
• Water: Forms the base of the broth.

How to Make Creamy Rotisserie Chicken Soup

Start by sautéing the chopped onion and garlic in butter and olive oil until the onion becomes translucent and the aromatics are fragrant. Add the chopped rotisserie chicken and season with chicken bouillon, red pepper flakes, black pepper, soy sauce, and lemon or lime juice.

Pour in the water and bring everything to a gentle boil. Since the rotisserie chicken is already fully cooked, you do not have to worry about cooking it through like you would with raw chicken. Let everything simmer together so the chicken can soak up all those delicious flavors.

Add the crushed tomatoes to the pot. Stir in the heavy cream and let the soup cook until the broth becomes creamy and slightly thickened.

Turn off the heat and top with fresh chopped cilantro. Give everything a good stir, then serve hot with steamed rice, homemade naan, or French bread. That creamy broth is perfect for soaking up with your favorite bread.

Tips for the Best Creamy Rotisserie Chicken Soup

• Use juicy rotisserie chicken: A well-seasoned rotisserie chicken adds tons of flavor without requiring much prep.
• Chop the chicken: Cutting the chicken into bite-sized pieces makes it easier to get a little chicken in every spoonful.
• Use fresh tomatoes: Fresh tomatoes add brightness and a little texture to the creamy broth.
• Let the broth thicken: Give the soup a few minutes after adding the heavy cream so the broth can become slightly thicker and creamier.
• Adjust the spice: Add more or less red pepper flakes depending on how much heat you like.
• Serve with something to soak up the broth: Homemade naan, French bread, and rice are all delicious with this soup.

Variations & Substitutions

• Add vegetables: You can easily add vegetables like spinach, mushrooms, bell peppers, or other favorites to make the soup your own.
• Try shrimp instead: Swap the rotisserie chicken for shell-on shrimp to make the original Creamy Shrimp Soup version of this recipe.

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