Chicken Rice Soup
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 1 onion
minced
- 3 large carrots
peeled and diced
- 1 rib celery
diced
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 5 cups low sodium chicken broth
- 2 chicken breasts
raw
- 1 cup long grain brown rice
rinsed
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup evaporated milk)
(more or less as you prefer
Directions
- 1
In a large soup pot, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion, carrots and celery and cook and stir for 3-4 minutes, until onion begins to turn golden.
- 2
Add garlic, parsley and thyme and cook 1 minute.
- 3
Rinse rice under cold water. Add broth, chicken, rice, salt and pepper. Stir and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
- 4
Reduce heat to medium-low (a simmer), cover, and cook for 30 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes, or until vegetables and rice are tender.
- 5
Remove chicken from pot and shred. Add back to the pot with evaporated milk. Serve.
Chicken Rice Soup
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About this Recipe
Looking for a comforting meal that nourishes your body and soul, especially as the crisp autumn air rolls in? This Chicken Rice Soup is a hearty and healthy answer, packed with wholesome ingredients that make it perfect for fall.
What makes this soup truly special is its perfect balance of flavor and nutrition. You get lean, tender chicken, a colorful medley of fresh vegetables, and the satisfying chew of brown rice, all simmered in a savory broth. Its adaptability to be made on the stove top or as a slow cooker meal also adds to its appeal, making it versatile for any schedule.
Prepare for a truly satisfying bowl of warmth. Each spoonful of this Chicken Rice Soup offers a comforting blend of savory chicken broth, aromatic vegetables like sweet carrots, earthy celery, and pungent onion, all brightened by fragrant garlic and classic herbs like dried parsley and dried thyme. The brown rice adds a wonderful, hearty texture and depth, making it a fulfilling meal that sticks with you. Finished with a touch of evaporated milk, the broth becomes subtly creamy and incredibly inviting, without being heavy.
- Customization & Variations
- For protein, swap raw chicken breasts for leftover cooked chicken or turkey, adding it towards the end of cooking to simply heat through.
- Boost the vegetable content by stirring in a handful of fresh spinach, kale, or frozen peas during the last few minutes.
- Adjust the evaporated milk to your preference for creaminess; you can also omit it entirely for a lighter, dairy-free broth.
- While long grain brown rice is specified, other rice varieties like white rice can be used, just be mindful of their different cooking times.
This wholesome Chicken Rice Soup is ideal for a cozy family dinner on a cool evening, a nourishing lunch, or when you need a comforting pick-me-up. Serve it simply with a sprinkle of fresh herbs or a crusty piece of bread on the side.