Slow Cooker Lemon Chicken and Rice Soup
Ingredients
- 2 carrots
shredded
- 4 ribs celery
thinly sliced
- 1 small onion
diced
- 3 garlic cloves
minced
- 1.5 lbs. chicken breast
- 1 tsp. salt
- 1 tsp. black pepper
- ⅛ tsp. crushed red pepper
optional
- 2 Tbsp. salted butter
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 lemon)
juiced (about 3 Tbsp.
- 8 fresh thyme sprigs
Tied with Butcher's Twine or 1 tsp. dried thyme
- 1 cup Minute Brand rice)
(will add the uncooked rice to the slow cooker
- 3 Tbsp fresh parsley)
Finely Chopped (or 1 Tablespoon dried parsley
Directions
- 1
To the slow cooker pot add the shredded carrots, celery, onion and garlic. Lay the chicken breast over the vegetables and season with the salt, pepper and red chile flakes. Add the butter, pour in the chicken stock and place the thyme in the slow cooker, squeeze in the juice of the lemon.
- 2
Cook on HIGH for 4 Hours or on LOW for 8 hours. After 3hrs 30mins, remove the chicken from the slow cooker and shred, add back into the slow cooker (if cooking on low remove the chicken and shred after 7hrs 15mins).
- 3
Add the minute rice in with the shredded chicken and soup. Cook for another 30 minutes on HIGH or 45 minutes on LOW.
- 4
When done, sprinkle in the fresh parsley and mix. Serve immediately. Enjoy!
Slow Cooker Lemon Chicken and Rice Soup
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About this Recipe
Craving a bowl of something both comforting and incredibly fresh? This Slow Cooker Lemon Chicken and Rice Soup is your answer, offering a healthy yet hearty meal with minimal effort.
The beauty of this recipe lies in its simplicity and the magic of the slow cooker. Tender chicken, soft vegetables, and fluffy rice marry perfectly with the bright zest of lemon and fragrant herbs, creating a light, refreshing soup that truly satisfies without feeling heavy. It's the ideal balance for a nourishing family dinner.
Prepare for a wonderfully aromatic experience as this soup simmers gently, filling your kitchen with the scent of savory chicken, zesty lemon, and fresh herbs. Each spoonful offers a harmonious blend of flavors and textures: tender, shredded chicken, soft carrots, celery, and onion, perfectly cooked rice, all enveloped in a rich, savory broth brightened by fresh lemon juice. The optional touch of crushed red pepper adds a subtle warmth, enhancing the overall depth. This isn't just a soup; it's a comforting embrace in a bowl, perfect for any time you need a nourishing, flavorful meal.
While delicious as written, this Slow Cooker Lemon Chicken and Rice Soup is easily adaptable. You can swap out the chicken breast for boneless, skinless chicken thighs for an even richer flavor and slightly more tender texture. If fresh thyme sprigs or parsley aren't available, simply use dried thyme or dried parsley as specified in the ingredients. For a different twist, consider adding a handful of fresh spinach during the last few minutes of cooking for an extra boost of greens.
This light, refreshing soup is perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner, a wholesome lunch, or a nourishing meal when you're feeling under the weather. Serve it piping hot with a side of crusty bread for dipping, or a simple green salad to complete your meal.