Description
Creamy Chicken and Rice Soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly evenings or any time you crave a warm, nourishing dish. This delightful recipe features tender chicken pieces simmered with fresh vegetables and hearty rice in a rich, creamy broth. With a velvety texture and robust flavors, this soup is not only satisfying but also easy to prepare, making it an excellent choice for weeknight dinners or gatherings. The ingredients meld beautifully, creating a wholesome meal that will please both kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 3 large carrots
- 3 stalks celery
- 4 cloves garlic
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup long grain white rice
- 1 cup half-and-half
- Fresh herbs (thyme and rosemary)
- Kosher salt and spices (Italian seasoning, mustard powder, paprika)
Instructions
- Season diced chicken with salt and spices in a bowl.
- Sauté onions, carrots, celery in butter until tender; add garlic.
- Cook the seasoned chicken until no longer pink.
- Stir in flour to thicken, then add broth, half-and-half, rice, and soy sauce.
- Bring to a boil before reducing heat to simmer for 15–20 minutes until the rice is tender.
- Adjust seasoning as needed before serving with garnishes like Parmesan cheese and parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 85mg