Best 4 Chicken And Mushroom Chowder Recipes

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Looking for a hearty and comforting soup to warm you up on a chilly day? Look no further than chicken and mushroom chowder! This classic soup is made with a creamy broth, tender chicken, hearty mushrooms, and a variety of vegetables. It's the perfect meal for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. And with a few simple ingredients and steps, you can have a delicious bowl of chowder on the table in no time.

This article features three delicious chicken and mushroom chowder recipes:

1. Classic Chicken and Mushroom Chowder:

This timeless recipe is a crowd-pleaser that showcases the flavors of chicken, mushrooms, and fresh vegetables in a creamy and flavorful broth.

2. Creamy Chicken and Wild Mushroom Chowder:

For a more sophisticated take on the classic, this recipe incorporates a variety of wild mushrooms, such as shiitake and chanterelle, adding a depth of flavor and aroma to the soup.

3. Slow-Cooker Chicken and Mushroom Chowder:

This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends. Simply throw all the ingredients in your slow cooker and let it do the work. You'll come home to a warm and comforting bowl of chowder that is sure to satisfy.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

CHICKEN AND MUSHROOM CHOWDER



Chicken and Mushroom Chowder image

This is a wonderful all-in-one chicken dish perfect when you need to whip up dinner quickly - even quicker if you already have leftover cooked chicken.

Provided by Joanie

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chowders

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 cups chicken broth
½ cup water
1 pound cubed cooked chicken breast meat
1 ½ teaspoons dried oregano
¼ teaspoon pepper
½ cup uncooked long grain rice
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 onion, finely chopped
1 carrot, finely chopped
¾ pound mushrooms, sliced
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup milk

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring chicken broth and water to a boil. Stir in chicken, and season with oregano and pepper. Add rice, and reduce heat.
  • Heat olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat, and saute garlic, onion, carrot, and mushrooms until tender. Thoroughly mix in the flour. Transfer to the broth mixture.
  • Stir milk into the mixture, and continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until thickened, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 416.3 calories, Carbohydrate 33.8 g, Cholesterol 90 mg, Fat 13.6 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 38.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 113.1 mg, Sugar 6.2 g

CHICKEN AND MUSHROOM CHOWDER



Chicken and Mushroom Chowder image

This is a hearty, meal in a bowl, good for cold days chowder. Serve it with crusty bread for a complete meal. It looks like a lot of ingredients but this is actually after-work friendly. Recipe adapted from Chicago Tribune's Good Eating section

Provided by Hey Jude

Categories     Chowders

Time 45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 20

1/4 cup dried porcini mushrooms
boiling water
2 slices bacon
1 skinless chicken breast half, diced
1 medium onion, diced
2 russet potatoes, peeled if you wish and diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 ears sweet corn, kernels sliced off
2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans chicken broth
1 (28 ounce) can peeled tomatoes, drained and chopped
2 cups packed fresh spinach leaves
1 bay leaf
2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
1 teaspoon herbes de provence
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
fresh ground black pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons chopped flat leaf parsley
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro

Steps:

  • Cover mushrooms with boiling water and set aside for 20 minutes.
  • Cook bacon in a dutch oven over medium heat until crisp, about 5 minutes; crumble into pieces and set aside.
  • Add onions to dutch oven, cook until softened, about 3 minutes; add garlic, cook 1 minute; add chicken and cook, stirring often, until it turns white, about 4 minutes; add potatoes, corn, broth and tomatoes, cook 4 more minutes.
  • Slice spinach leaves into thin strips; add spinach, bay leaf, thyme, herbs de Provence, salt, pepper flakes, allspice and black pepper to chowder; drain mushrooms and add to the pot.
  • Increase heat to medium-high; cook until potatoes are tender, about 10 minutes; adjust seasoning, stir in parsley and cilantro into chowder.
  • Garnish with bacon.

SMOKED CHICKEN, WILD MUSHROOM AND CORN CHOWDER



Smoked Chicken, Wild Mushroom and Corn Chowder image

A smokey, creamy corn chowder with chicken and mushroom. I have used smoked turkey legs instead of the chicken.

Provided by KelBel

Categories     Chowders

Time 1h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 slices bacon, diced
1 large onion, diced
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
3 cups corn, divided
1 1/2 cups smoked chicken or 1 1/2 cups smoked turkey, shredded
3 medium potatoes, cubed
1/2 cup dried wild mushrooms
4 cups water
2 cups light cream
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Cook bacon in soup pot, remove and reserve. Cook onions and bell peppers in bacon fat until soft.
  • Stir in 2 cups corn, chicken, potatoes, mushrooms, salt and pepper to taste. Add water and bring to boil. Simmer 30 minutes.
  • Puree remaining 1 cup corn and 1 cup cream in blender until smooth. Stir into chowder and add remaining i cup cream.
  • Heat through and serve with crumbled bacon on top.

WILD MUSHROOM, SMOKED CHICKEN AND CORN CHOWDER



Wild Mushroom, Smoked Chicken and Corn Chowder image

Wonderful smoky flavor from dried wild mushrooms and smoked chicken. Serve with Roasted Red Pepper Cornmeal Scones (recipe #23471).

Provided by southern chef in lo

Categories     Chowders

Time 50m

Yield 8 cups, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

6 slices of thick sliced bacon, diced
1 large onion, chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
3 cups of frozen white shoepeg corn, thawed, divided
1 1/2 cups chopped smoked chicken or 1 1/2 cups turkey
3 medium red potatoes, peeled, and, chopped
1/2 cup sliced and diced wild mushroom
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/8 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
4 cups water
2 cups half-and-half, divided

Steps:

  • In large pot or dutch oven, cook bacon over medium-high heat 4 to 6 min until browned. Place on paper towel-lined plate.
  • Drain all but 1 tablespoon of the drippings from the pot. Cook onion, red pepper, and green pepper, for 5 minutes or until crisp-tender. Return the bacon to the pot.
  • Stir in 2 cups of the corn, chicken, potatoes, mushrooms, salt, cayenne pepper,and black pepper.
  • Add 4 cups of water or enough to cover.
  • Partially cover pot and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to low; cook for 30 minute.
  • Meanwhile in blender or food processor, blend remaining 1 cup of corn and 1 cup of the half-and-half until almost smooth.
  • Just before serving, stir the pureed corn mixture and remaining half-and-half into the soup bring just to a simmer.
  • (DO NOT LET BOIL SOUP WILL CURDLE).

Tips:

  • Use a variety of mushrooms. This will add depth of flavor to your chowder. Some good options include cremini, shiitake, and oyster mushrooms.
  • Sauté the mushrooms before adding them to the chowder. This will help to brown them and release their flavor.
  • Use a good quality chicken broth. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your chowder.
  • Add some vegetables to your chowder. This will make it more nutritious and flavorful. Some good options include carrots, celery, and onions.
  • Season your chowder to taste. Add salt, pepper, and other spices to taste.
  • Serve your chowder with a side of crusty bread or crackers. This will help to soak up the delicious broth.

Conclusion:

Chicken and mushroom chowder is a delicious and comforting soup that is perfect for a cold night. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. So next time you are looking for a hearty and flavorful soup, give this recipe a try.

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