Description
Indulge in the heartwarming goodness of Chicken Rice Soup, a nourishing one-pot meal that’s perfect for any occasion. This delightful recipe features tender chicken, aromatic vegetables, and fluffy rice all simmered together in a flavorful broth. With just 15 minutes of prep time, you can create a comforting dish that not only satisfies your taste buds but also packs a nutritional punch. Ideal for cozy family dinners or quick lunches, this soup is versatile enough to adapt to your pantry staples. Freeze leftovers for those busy days when you crave something warm and hearty!
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 onion (chopped)
- 3 medium carrots (diced)
- 3 celery ribs (diced)
- 1 tablespoon chicken stock powder
- 4 cups chicken broth (low sodium)
- 1 to 1.5 lb skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup uncooked rice
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Sauté garlic and onion for about 3 minutes until translucent.
- Stir in diced carrots and celery; cook for another minute.
- Add chicken stock powder, broth, black pepper, and water; mix well.
- Incorporate skinless chicken thighs into the pot and bring to a simmer.
- Cover and reduce heat to medium-low; let it cook for 30 minutes.
- Add uncooked rice, stir, cover again, and simmer for an additional 15 minutes until rice is cooked.
- Carefully remove the chicken, shred it with forks, discard bones, and return shredded meat to the soup.
- Taste and adjust seasoning before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 95mg