Description

This classic chicken and rice soup is a warm, soothing stovetop recipe made with tender chicken, fragrant vegetables, and long-grain rice. It’s a comforting, family-friendly dish perfect for chilly nights.

Ingredients

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2 tablespoons olive oil or butter

1 medium yellow onion, diced

2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced

2 celery stalks, chopped

3 garlic cloves, minced

1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts

3/4 cup long-grain white rice, rinsed

6 cups chicken broth or stock

1 bay leaf

1/2 teaspoon dried thyme or Italian seasoning

salt and black pepper to taste

2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional)

Instructions

1. Heat oil or butter in a large pot over medium heat.

2. Add onion, carrots, and celery and cook 5–7 minutes until softened.

3. Stir in garlic and thyme and cook 30–60 seconds until fragrant.

4. Place chicken breasts in the pot and sear 2 minutes per side.

5. Pour in chicken broth and add bay leaf; bring to a gentle boil.

6. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer 20–25 minutes until chicken is cooked.

7. Remove chicken, shred with forks, and set aside.

8. Stir rice into the simmering broth and cook uncovered 15–20 minutes until tender.

9. Return shredded chicken to the pot and heat 5 minutes.

10. Season with salt, pepper, and lemon juice; garnish with parsley before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Category: soup
Method: stovetop
Cuisine: american

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 250
Sugar: 3
Sodium: 600
Fat: 8
Saturated Fat: 2
Unsaturated Fat: 6
Trans Fat: 0
Carbohydrates: 30
Fiber: 2
Protein: 15
Cholesterol: 50

Keywords: classic chicken rice soup, chicken and rice soup, stovetop soup, comfort food, easy soup, hearty soup, rice soup, family dinner