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Creamy Chicken and Rice Soup

Creamy Chicken and Rice Soup

Delight in this Creamy Chicken and Rice Soup - a comforting blend that's perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 4 pieces)
  • 2 cloves fresh garlic minced
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 2 medium carrots sliced
  • 2 stalks celery diced
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice uncooked
  • 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

  1. Prepare ingredients: chop the onion, slice the carrots and celery, and mince the garlic.
  2. In a large pot over medium heat, add a splash of oil. Sauté onions, carrots, and celery until tender (about 5 minutes), then add garlic and cook until fragrant.
  3. Add chicken breasts; season with salt, pepper, and thyme. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat to simmer for about 20 minutes.
  4. Remove cooked chicken from the pot and stir in rice. Cover and cook according to package instructions (about 15 minutes).
  5. Shred the chicken using two forks and return it to the pot along with heavy cream. Stir until well combined and simmer for another few minutes.
  6. Serve hot in bowls, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 24gFat: 16g

Notes

Feel free to switch up the vegetables or add leafy greens for extra nutrition.

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