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Quick Cozy Leftover Rotisserie Chicken Soup

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A simple, comforting soup made from leftover rotisserie chicken and pantry staples, ready in just 20 minutes. Perfect for busy nights and cozy dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups shredded leftover rotisserie chicken (about 300 grams)
  • 4 cups chicken broth or stock (960 ml)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (15 ml)
  • 1 small yellow onion, diced (about 1 cup or 150 grams)
  • 2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced thin (about 1 cup or 130 grams)
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped (about 1 cup or 120 grams)
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme (optional)
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (15 ml)
  • Optional: 1 cup cooked pasta or rice

Instructions

  1. Prepare the vegetables: Dice the onion, peel and slice the carrots thin, chop the celery, and mince the garlic (about 5-7 minutes).
  2. Heat olive oil over medium heat in a large soup pot. Add diced onion, carrots, and celery. Cook for about 5 minutes until onions are translucent and carrots begin to soften. Add garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Pour in chicken broth. Add dried thyme and bay leaf. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce to a simmer.
  4. Simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are tender but not mushy.
  5. Stir in shredded chicken and optional cooked pasta or rice. Heat through for 2-3 minutes.
  6. Remove bay leaf. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Stir in fresh parsley and lemon juice.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve immediately.

Notes

Do not rush the sauté stage to bring out natural sweetness of vegetables. Remove bay leaf before serving to avoid bitterness. Add lemon juice at the end to preserve brightness. Use gluten-free noodles or omit pasta for gluten-free version. Leftovers keep well in fridge for up to 3 days; omit pasta or rice if freezing.

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Keywords: rotisserie chicken soup, leftover chicken soup, quick chicken soup, cozy soup, easy chicken soup, comfort food

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