Description
Creamy Chicken and Rice Soup is the ultimate comfort food that combines tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and a rich creamy broth for a satisfying meal. With rice that cooks directly in the pot, each spoonful is bursting with flavor. Perfect for chilly evenings or family gatherings, this soup not only warms the heart but also delights the palate.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 3 large carrots
- 3 stalks celery
- 4 cloves garlic
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup half-and-half
- 1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
- Fresh thyme and rosemary
Instructions
- Season diced chicken with salt and spices; set aside.
- Sauté onions, carrots, and celery in melted butter until softened. Add garlic; cook briefly.
- Add seasoned chicken to the pot; cook until no longer pink.
- Sprinkle flour over the mixture; stir well.
- Gradually add broth, half-and-half, soy sauce, hot sauce, and uncooked rice.
- Bring to a boil; reduce heat to low and simmer for 15-20 minutes until rice is tender.
- Adjust seasoning before serving; garnish with Parmesan cheese and fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-pot
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 425
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg