This Chicken Florentine Soup is rich, creamy, and packed with juicy chicken, fresh spinach, and tender mushrooms. This soup comes together quickly with wholesome ingredients, making it perfect for a hearty and comforting weeknight meal.

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• ❤️ Why You'll Love This Chicken Florentine Soup
• 🛒 Ingredients for Low Carb Chicken Florentine Soup
• 🔪 How to Make Creamy Chicken Florentine Soup
• 💡 Tips for Making Chicken Florentine Soup
• ☑️ Storage Instructions
• 🍴 What to Serve with Creamy Chicken Forentine Soup
• 🔄 Substitutions and Additions
• Why is it called Florentine?
• Can I Make this Soup in the Instant Pot?
• What’s the Easiest Way to Shred Chicken Quickly?
• Can I Make This Broth Thicker?
• 🍽️ More Soup Recipes

❤️ Why You'll Love This Chicken Florentine Soup

• Tender. juicy shredded chicken
• Fresh mushrooms and spinach
• Simmered in a creamy chicken broth
• Quick and easy to make in under 30 minutes
• Perfect for busy weeknights
• Low carb and family friendly

This Chicken Florentine Soup combines savory shredded chicken, earthy mushrooms, and creamy broth for a flavor-packed meal. Tender spinach adds a pop of color and nutrients that make this soup even more irresistible. It’s simple, hearty, and ready to warm you up in just 30 minutes.

The creamy broth gets its richness from softened cream cheese and parmesan, creating a velvety texture you’ll love. Simply pair it with crusty bread or enjoy it on its own for a comforting and filling meal.

If you love classic chicken Florentine flavors, be sure to check out this Chicken Florentine Casserole.

🛒 Ingredients for Low Carb Chicken Florentine Soup

• Chicken broth
• Chicken
• Spinach
• Mushrooms
• Cream cheese
• Parmesan cheese
• Onion
• Garlic
• Butter
• Olive oil
• Salt
• Ground black pepper

*Exact measurements are listed in the recipe card below.

🥣 Recommended Tools

• Dutch oven or large pot

🔪 How to Make Creamy Chicken Florentine Soup

Heat a Dutch oven or large pot to medium, then add in the butter and once melted, add in the mushrooms.

Sauté until tender, then remove and set aside.

Add in the olive oil, onion, half the salt and ground black pepper.

Sauté until translucent, then add in the garlic and continue sautéing for another 20 seconds.

Pour in the chicken broth, shredded chicken, thawed and drained spinach, grated parmesan cheese, cream cheese, remaining salt and sautéed mushrooms.

Stir until combined, then simmer covered for 15 minutes, then serve.

💡 Tips for Making Chicken Florentine Soup

• While rotisserie chicken saves time, feel free to use leftover chicken breast or thighs.

• Excess water in the spinach can thin out the creamy broth. Squeeze it well before adding to the soup.

• Soften the cream cheese at room temperature or microwave briefly to prevent lumps.

• Add the parmesan cheese gradually to avoid it from clumping.

• Simmer, don’t boil. Once the cream cheese is added, keep the heat low to maintain the creamy texture.

☑️ Storage Instructions

Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat them slowly over medium heat.

Freezer: Freeze in individual portions for up to 2 months. Thaw it overnight in the fridge before reheating.

🍴 What to Serve with Creamy Chicken Forentine Soup

This soup is satisfying enough by itself or with a simple side salad. You can serve a hot bowl of this chicken and ham soup with a slice of this homemade Cornbread. It's also great with these Dinner Rolls, Braided Herb Bread, or some of these Keto Ranch Crackers.

🔄 Substitutions and Additions

• Spice: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper for subtle heat.

• Sun-dried tomatoes: Stir in chopped sun-dried tomatoes for a tangy, slightly sweet twist.

• Lemon juice: A squeeze of fresh lemon can really brighten the flavors.

• Heavy cream: If you need to thin it out, you can add a little heavy cream for a richer, more indulgent broth.

• Fresh baby spinach: Use fresh spinach instead of frozen. Just add it at the end to wilt.

• Crumbled bacon: Sprinkle crispy bacon on top for added flavor and texture.

• More veggies: Diced carrots, celery, or zucchini are great additions. Just add them with the onions and sauté until tender.

Why is it called Florentine?

Florentine simply means a dish that includes spinach, inspired by the cooking style from Florence, Italy. It’s a nod to their love of adding spinach to hearty, flavorful meals.

Can I Make this Soup in the Instant Pot?

Yes! Use the sauté function to cook the mushrooms, onions, and garlic. Then, add the broth, chicken, spinach, and cream cheese. Pressure cook on high for 5 minutes, release the pressure, stir in the parmesan, and you’re done.

What’s the Easiest Way to Shred Chicken Quickly?

For rotisserie chicken, pull it apart with two forks. If you’re cooking chicken from scratch, try using a hand mixer or stand mixer to shred it quickly.

Can I Make This Broth Thicker?

Sure. Just use less chicken broth or stir in a slurry of cornstarch and water (1 tablespoon each) while simmering.

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