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Creamy Chicken and Rice Soup

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A warm and comforting soup made with tender chicken, hearty rice, and a velvety broth. Perfect for chilly days or a quick weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cooked and shredded
  • 1 cup white rice or jasmine rice (uncooked)
  • 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup diced carrots
  • 1 cup diced celery
  • 1 cup diced onion
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cloves minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 2 bay leaves
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: fresh spinach, peas, or mushrooms

Instructions

  1. Cook the chicken by boiling, grilling, or baking. Shred into bite-sized pieces using two forks and set aside.
  2. In a large pot, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened.
  3. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
  4. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour over the vegetables and stir well to coat.
  5. Gradually pour in 6 cups of chicken broth, stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Add uncooked rice, dried thyme, and bay leaves.
  6. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the rice is tender.
  7. Once the rice is cooked, stir in the shredded chicken. Pour in heavy cream and mix until fully combined.
  8. Season with salt and pepper to taste. If adding extra vegetables like spinach or peas, stir them in now and cook for another 5 minutes.
  9. Remove the bay leaves before serving. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

Notes

[‘Cook the rice separately if meal prepping to prevent it from soaking up too much liquid.’, ‘Use rotisserie chicken for a quicker version.’, ‘Adjust the thickness by adding more broth or a cornstarch slurry.’, ‘A splash of lemon juice or Parmesan cheese can enhance the flavor.’]

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Keywords: chicken soup, creamy soup, rice soup, comfort food, easy dinner, family-friendly, homemade soup

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