Chicken Rice Soup
A heartwarming bowl of Chicken Rice Soup, filled with tender chicken, vibrant veggies, and fluffy rice, perfect for chilly nights.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 65 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole Bone-in Chicken
- 1 cup Rice (Jasmine or Basmati)
- 2 medium Carrots, chopped
- 2 stalks Celery, chopped
- 1 medium Onion, diced
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- Fresh herbs (parsley, thyme, or dill)
- Salt and Pepper, to taste
- 8 cups Water or Chicken Broth
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Rinse under cold water and pat dry.
- Sauté the Aromatics: Heat olive oil, add onions and garlic, and stir until translucent.
- Add Your Veggies: Mix in carrots and celery, sauté for 5 minutes.
- Add the Chicken: Nestle chicken in the pot, pour in water or broth.
- Season and Simmer: Add salt, pepper, and herbs, bring to a boil and simmer for 40-50 minutes.
- Cook the Rice: Prepare rice separately as per package instructions.
- Shred and Strain: Remove chicken, shred the meat, and discard skin and bones.
- Combine it All: Return chicken to the pot, add rice, and adjust seasoning.
- Serve Hot: Ladle soup into bowls, garnish with herbs.
- Enjoy with Love: Pair with crusty bread or rolls.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 months. The soup tastes even better the next day.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: chicken soup, comfort food, cozy meal, rice soup, family recipe