This past weekend, we had a fun little getaway to Park City. While most of it went off without a hitch, yesterday morning I woke up sick. It was a combination of what seemed like the stomach flu, and a really bad cold — stuffed up and a runny nose (how does that even work?) and a really sore throat. Basically, I felt like a truck had run over me…and, to be honest, I still kind of do!
‘Tis the season, right? As much as I love this time of year, all the germs that seem to be floating around and the fact that both Jack and I (and occasionally Forrest) seem to pick up just about everything. When I was in high school, I worked at a daycare, and I always hoped that would build up my immunity…not so much.
So, when someone gets sick around here, I like to make sure they are as comfortable as possible (including myself!) That probably comes from the fact that my mom always did that for me growing up! I remember she would always make me some kind of broth-y soup, bring me a nice, glass filled glass of 7-Up, and let me watch TV (which we didn’t really get to do much of during the school week.) And, of course, if I was home sick with a cold, I’d always have a nice warm blanket and a big box of Kleenex!
Today I want to share with you one of my favorite ways to survive a cold. Ya know, beyond taking Nyquil and Dayquil, and sleeping as much as possible. So, my favorite soup recipes. A twist on the traditional chicken noodle soup, filled with rotisserie chicken, creamy broth, soft mushrooms, carrots, and onions, and delicious rotini pasta.
I’ve said this before, but I really am not a huge fan of chicken noodle soup. I don’t love all the broth, and most of the time, the chicken is all stringy…and I just don’t like it! I love using the grilled chicken strips from Costco. But I can’t get enough of this soup, and even on my sickest days, it makes me feel 10x better. It’s just so warm, and full of flavor. I also like rotini as opposed to egg noodles — I don’t why, but it really makes a huge difference!
I’m also a huge fan of mushrooms — if I see something on the menu at a restaurant that has mushrooms, I’m always so tempted to get it. Forrest is the same way. I’ve never had a chicken noodle soup with mushrooms besides this one!
Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup
Ingredients
- 8 cups chicken broth
- 1 can cream of chicken soup
- 2 cups grilled chicken strips, or rotisserie chicken
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 8 ounces mushrooms
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon seasoning salt
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 1/2 cups uncooked Rotini noodles
Instructions
- Combine 8 cups chicken broth with 1 can of cream of mushroom soup in a large stock pot. Bring to a boil, and then bring the temperature down to medium heat.
- Add chicken, onions, carrots, mushrooms and seasonings to the pot. Let simmer 20-30 minutes.
- After the soup has simmered, bring to a boil. Put uncooked rotini into the pot and let cook until noodles are done, about 8 minutes.
Katie is a Colorado-native, BYU graduated, and most importantly, wife to one and mother to three beautiful boys. She is passionate about sharing her experiences with others – especially about pregnancy, breastfeeding, cooking, and crafts. She is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant. She loves spending time with her family and helping others find joy in family life.
Breanna says
That soup looks super tasty 🙂
Chelsea says
Now I have a serious craving for chicken noodle soup 🙂 It always makes me feel better!
Carly says
Love this, it looks dlelish!
Tammy Northrup says
Yum this soup sounds delicious and looks amazing! Your picture makes me feel like I can reach in and touch it.
Katie says
Thanks Tammy, on both accounts 🙂 I hope you’ll try it sometime!
Melanie says
Recipe looks great- wonder how it would do in a crock pot?
Katie says
I think it would do just fine! Maybe 2-3 hours on low?
Claire @ A Little Claireification says
Um, hello deliciousness!! This looks ahhh-mazing!! I am now craving chicken noodle soup. Pinned! xo
Brenna @ Life After Laundry says
Looks great. I really do think there are some healing properties in Chicken Noodle Soup.
Morgan @ Modern Mommyhood says
That soup look yummy and easy to make! I’ll have to add the recipe to my list. 🙂