Cozy Chicken and Rice Soup
Servings: 6
Calories: Approximately 350 per serving
Ingredients:
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 medium carrots, sliced
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 1 cup uncooked rice (white or brown)
- 8 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Directions:
Step 1: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Once hot, add diced onion, minced garlic, sliced carrots, and chopped celery. Sauté the mixture for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until the vegetables start to soften.
Step 2: Add the uncooked rice, chicken broth, dried thyme, and dried parsley to the pot. Stir well and bring the mixture to a boil.
Step 3: Once boiling, reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let it simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the rice is tender (if using brown rice, it may take longer).
Step 4: After the rice is cooked, add the shredded cooked chicken to the pot. Simmer the soup for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the chicken to heat through.
Step 5: Finally, season the soup with salt and pepper to taste. Serve the soup in bowls and garnish with fresh parsley if desired.