High-Protein, Low-Carb Creamy Mushroom Soup
Rich, creamy, and loaded with savory mushrooms, this upgraded mushroom soup adds chicken and Parmesan for extra protein while skipping the flour to keep carbohydrates low. It’s comforting, satisfying, and keto-friendly!
Prep: 10 min
Cook: 25 min
Serves: 4
Ingredients
- 400 g (about 4 cups) fresh mushrooms, sliced
- 400 g cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
- ½ small onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp cream cheese, softened
- 1 tbsp olive oil or butter
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
1. Sauté the onion: Heat the olive oil or butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for 2–3 minutes until softened.
2. Brown the mushrooms: Add the sliced mushrooms and cook for 6–8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until their moisture evaporates and the mushrooms turn golden.
3. Add garlic and herbs: Stir in the minced garlic and thyme. Cook for 30–60 seconds until fragrant.
4. Add the chicken broth: Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook for 4–5 minutes to develop the flavor.
5. Make it creamy: Lower the heat and stir in the heavy cream and softened cream cheese. Whisk gently until the cream cheese dissolves into the broth.
6. Add the chicken: Stir in the cooked chicken breast. Simmer gently for 5–7 minutes until heated through. Avoid boiling vigorously.
7. Add Parmesan: Stir in the grated Parmesan until melted. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
8. Finish and serve: Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve hot. For a thicker soup, blend a small portion of the mushrooms and broth before adding the chicken and cream.
Nutrition estimate
Calories
420–480
per serving
Protein
38–45 g
per serving
Net carbs
6–9 g
per serving
Fat
25–32 g
per serving
Estimates based on 4 servings; actual values vary with ingredient brands and quantities.
Tip: For even more protein, stir in extra cooked chicken. If you prefer a lighter soup, replace half the heavy cream with unsweetened, unflavored high-protein milk, checking the label for carbohydrates.
