Easy Chicken and Rice Soup: A Heartwarming Comfort Meal
A warm and comforting soup that’s easy to make and perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: soup
- Method: stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: gluten-free
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup rice
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup carrots, diced
- 1 cup celery, diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the chicken broth over medium heat.
- Add the carrots, celery, and onion; cook until the vegetables are tender.
- Stir in the garlic and thyme, cooking for another minute.
- Add the shredded chicken and rice, stirring to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper; simmer until the rice is cooked.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- This soup freezes well. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 months.
- Add some spinach or kale for extra nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg