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Easy Chicken and Rice Soup Recipes

Easy Chicken and Rice Soup Recipes

This comforting chicken and rice soup is perfect for chilly nights and packed with flavor to warm your soul.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts Cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup carrots Diced
  • 1 cup celery Diced
  • 1 cup uncooked white rice Rinsed before cooking
  • 8 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp olive oil For sautéing
  • 1 tbsp salt Adjust to taste

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook until they're no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes. Then, remove them and set aside.
  • In the same pot, toss in the carrots and celery, sautéing until they soften, around 5 minutes. Stir in the thyme and pepper.
  • Now, return the chicken to the pot along with the chicken broth. Bring everything to a gentle boil.
  • Once boiling, add the rinsed rice, reduce heat, and let simmer for 20-25 minutes until the rice is tender. Don't forget to stir occasionally!
  • Lastly, add salt to taste, give it a final stir, and it's ready to be served hot. Enjoy your delicious soup!

Notes

This soup pairs wonderfully with crusty bread on the side. Perfect for a warm, cozy dinner!