Chicken Rice Soup
Warm up with this hearty Chicken Rice Soup recipe! Packed with tender chicken, veggies, and brown rice, it’s perfect for cozy nights or meal prep.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion diced
- 3 large carrots peeled and diced
- 1 rib celery diced
- 1 teaspoon garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme leaves
- 5 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup brown rice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup evaporated milk or cream optional
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Sauté onion, carrots, and celery for 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in garlic, parsley, and thyme. Cook for 1 minute.
- Add chicken broth, chicken breasts, rice, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cover and cook for 30 minutes.
- Remove chicken, shred, and return to the pot. Stir in evaporated milk or cream, if desired.
- Serve hot, garnished with parsley or Parmesan, if preferred.
Notes
Nutrition (Per Serving):Calories: 250 | Protein: 18g | Carbs: 24g | Fat: 8g
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