Description
Warm up with this hearty, comforting Chicken and Rice Soup! Made with tender chicken, fresh veggies, and flavorful broth, this one-pot meal is ready in just 35 minutes. Perfect for chilly days or when you need a nourishing, homemade meal!
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion (chopped small)
- 3 sticks celery (chopped small)
- 3 medium carrots (peeled & sliced thin)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs (or 1.5 lbs)
- 8 cups chicken broth (two 32 oz cartons)
- ½ tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 cup long-grain white rice (e.g. jasmine)
- Salt & pepper (to taste)
- 1–2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped, optional)
Instructions
1️⃣ Sauté the veggies: Heat olive oil in a soup pot over medium-high heat. Add onion & celery, sauté 5 minutes. Stir in garlic, cook 30 seconds.
2️⃣ Add chicken & broth: Place chicken thighs, carrots, broth, Italian seasoning, and rice into the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer. Stir to prevent rice from sticking.
3️⃣ Simmer: Cook for 15-20 minutes until chicken is fully cooked (internal temp 165°F), rice is tender, and carrots have softened.
4️⃣ Shred the chicken: Remove chicken from the pot, shred or chop, then return to the soup.
5️⃣ Season & serve: Add salt & pepper to taste, stir in parsley (if using), and enjoy hot! 🍲
Notes
✔️ Leftovers? The rice will absorb broth, so add more when reheating!
✔️ Prefer firmer rice? Cook it separately and add when serving.
✔️ Swap chicken thighs for breasts if preferred (adjust cook time accordingly).
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 162 per serving
- Fat: 5g per serving
- Carbohydrates: 18g per serving
- Protein: 20g per serving