Homemade Chicken and Rice Soup
Homemade Chicken and Rice Soup is the ultimate comfort food that warms both heart and soul. This nourishing dish features tender chicken, fluffy rice, and a medley of fresh vegetables simmered in savory broth. Perfect for busy weeknights, this easy-to-make soup brings back fond memories while providing a hearty meal for you and your loved ones.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1 pound)
- 2 medium carrots (chopped)
- 2 celery stalks (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the carrots, celery, onion, and garlic into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté onions, garlic, carrots, and celery until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add chicken breasts and chicken broth to the pot. Season with salt, pepper, and thyme. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to simmer; cover and cook for about 20 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
- Remove chicken from the pot and shred it using two forks. Return shredded chicken to the pot.
- Stir in rice and let it simmer for an additional 15 minutes until the rice is tender. Serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg