Description
A comforting and hearty Chicken and Rice Soup recipe that is perfect for a cozy meal. This homemade soup is easy to make and packed with wholesome ingredients.
Ingredients
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For the Soup:
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp dried parsley
- 6 cups chicken broth
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 cup cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie or leftovers work well)
- 3/4 cup long grain white rice (uncooked)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Juice of 1/2 lemon (optional, for brightness)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil: In a large pot over medium heat, add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5–6 minutes until vegetables are softened.
- Add seasonings: Stir in garlic, thyme, and parsley. Cook for an additional minute.
- Simmer: Pour in the chicken broth, bring to a boil, then add the rice. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 18–20 minutes until rice is tender.
- Finish the soup: Stir in the shredded chicken and simmer for 5 more minutes. Season with salt, pepper, and lemon juice if desired.
- Serve: Garnish with parsley and serve hot.
Notes
- You can use brown rice, adjusting simmer time and adding extra broth as needed.
- For a creamier version, add a splash of heavy cream or butter before serving.
- Leftovers thicken as rice absorbs liquid—simply add more broth when reheating.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
