Cozy Chicken and Rice Soup: A Comforting Bowl of Joy
Cozy Chicken and Rice Soup is the perfect dish for chilly days. Packed with flavor and nutrients, it’s like a warm hug in a bowl.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: soup
- Method: stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: gluten-free
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1 teaspoon parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add onion, carrots, and celery; sauté until tender.
- Stir in garlic and cook for another minute.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
- Add shredded chicken, cooked rice, thyme, and parsley; stir well.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Simmer for 10 minutes, then serve hot.
Notes
- For added creaminess, stir in a splash of heavy cream before serving.
- Can be customized with your favorite vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: chicken soup, comfort food, cozy soup, chicken and rice