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Creamy Chicken and Rice Soup Recipe

Creamy Chicken and Rice Soup Recipe
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4.6 from 23 reviews

Warm up with a comforting bowl of Creamy Chicken and Rice Soup, a hearty and satisfying dish perfect for chilly days. This creamy soup is packed with tender chicken, vegetables, and aromatic herbs in a rich, velvety broth.

Ingredients

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Vegetable Base:

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 carrots, peeled and sliced
  • 2 celery stalks, sliced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced

Seasonings:

  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Soup:

  • 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice, uncooked
  • 2 cups cooked and shredded chicken breast
  • 1 cup half-and-half or heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (optional, for thickening)
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)

Instructions

  1. Sauté Vegetables: Heat olive oil in a large pot. Sauté onion, carrots, and celery until softened.
  2. Add Seasonings: Stir in garlic, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper; cook until fragrant.
  3. Cook Soup: Pour in chicken broth, bring to a boil. Add rice, simmer until tender. Stir in chicken.
  4. Thicken: Whisk cream with flour, stir into soup. Simmer until slightly thickened.
  5. Adjust Seasoning: Taste and adjust salt and pepper. Garnish with parsley before serving.

Notes

  • You can use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
  • For a lighter version, use whole milk instead of cream.
  • Swap white rice for wild rice for a nutty flavor and heartier texture.

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