Herbed Keto Chicken & Mushroom Soup
A fragrant, creamy chicken soup with earthy mushrooms and fresh herbs, ready in 30 minutes for a comforting keto dinner. This american-inspired soups (keto) ready in about 35 minutes pairs chicken breast, mushrooms, medium onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs chicken breast
- 8 oz mushrooms
- 1/2 medium onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme
- 1 tsp fresh rosemary
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp butter
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Season 1.5 lbs diced chicken breast with salt and pepper, then cook for 5 minutes until golden brown, removing and setting aside.
- Step 2: Add 1/2 diced medium onion and 8 oz sliced mushrooms to the pot. Sauté for 5 minutes until mushrooms release liquid and onions are translucent, then add 2 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 3: Pour in 4 cups chicken broth, bring to a simmer, then add 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme, 1 tsp chopped fresh rosemary, and the cooked chicken. Simmer uncovered for 15 minutes.
- Step 4: Stir in 1/2 cup heavy cream and 1 tbsp lemon juice, then simmer for 5 minutes until slightly thickened. Stir in 1 tbsp butter until melted.
- Step 5: Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve immediately.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Herbed Keto Chicken & Mushroom Soup take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (10 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Herbed Keto Chicken & Mushroom Soup?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep chicken breast from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Herbed Keto Chicken & Mushroom Soup?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Herbed Keto Chicken & Mushroom Soup for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Herbed Keto Chicken & Mushroom Soup keto?
Yes — this recipe is tagged keto based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Made with what I had on hand and it still came out great.
- ★★★★★
Swapped butter for olive oil to keep it lighter. Still delicious.
- ★★★★★
The flavors in this herbed are incredible.
