Chicken and Rice Soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for cozy nights. This hearty soup combines tender chicken, fluffy rice, and a medley of vegetables in a flavorful broth.
Author:Souzan
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:30 minutes
Total Time:40 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Soup
Method:Stovetop
Cuisine:American
Ingredients
Scale
2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
1 cup long-grain rice
4 cups chicken broth
1 onion, diced
2 carrots, sliced
2 celery stalks, sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the onion, carrots, and celery, and sauté until the vegetables are softened.
Stir in the garlic and thyme, cooking for an additional minute.
Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil.
Add the rice and let simmer for about 15 minutes or until the rice is tender.
Stir in the shredded chicken, salt, and pepper. Heat through before serving.
Notes
For added flavor, you can use homemade chicken broth.
This soup can be made ahead and stored for quick meals.
Nutrition
Serving Size:1 bowl
Calories:300
Sugar:2g
Sodium:800mg
Fat:10g
Saturated Fat:2g
Unsaturated Fat:4g
Trans Fat:0g
Carbohydrates:35g
Fiber:2g
Protein:25g
Cholesterol:70mg
Keywords: Chicken and Rice Soup, Comfort Food, Cozy Night Soup