Description
Creamy Chicken and Rice Soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly evenings or when you need a little TLC. This hearty soup features tender chicken, fluffy rice, and colorful vegetables simmered in a rich, creamy broth. Each spoonful brings warmth and nostalgia, making it an ideal dish for family gatherings or cozy nights at home. Easy to prepare and customizable to your taste, this recipe will quickly become a go-to favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by dicing the onions, carrots, and celery.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add 2 tbsp olive oil. Sauté the diced chicken until golden brown (about 5 minutes). Season with salt and pepper.
- Add the onions, celery, and carrots; stir until softened (about 3 minutes).
- Pour in the chicken broth and add rinsed rice. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until rice is tender (approximately 20 minutes).
- Stir in heavy cream and thyme; mix gently.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg