Chicken and Rice Soup
A comforting Chicken and Rice Soup that combines tender chicken, fragrant vegetables, and perfectly cooked rice, perfect for chilly days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup uncooked rice
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Sauté the vegetables in a large pot with olive oil over medium heat for about 5–7 minutes until softened.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, until fragrant.
- Cook the diced chicken in the pot for about 5–7 minutes, or until no longer pink.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil, then stir in the rice and dried thyme.
- Reduce heat and let it simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the rice is tender.
- Taste and season the soup with salt and pepper.
- Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with fresh parsley, and enjoy!
Notes
Don’t overcook the rice and consider using homemade broth for enhanced flavor.