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Creamy Chicken and Rice Soup

Creamy Chicken and Rice Soup is the perfect comfort food for chilly nights and family gatherings. This rich, hearty dish combines tender chicken, fluffy rice, and a medley of aromatic vegetables in a creamy broth that warms your soul with every spoonful. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up this easy-to-make recipe that’s bursting with flavor. Whether served as a cozy dinner or a delightful lunch, this soup quickly becomes a family favorite.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 6

Ingredients

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  • 3-4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup cream or half-and-half

Instructions

  1. Dice the onion, carrots, celery, and mince the garlic.
  2. In a large pot over medium heat, sauté the onion in olive oil until translucent. Add garlic, carrots, and celery; cook until softened.
  3. Add chicken breasts; season with salt and pepper. Brown on both sides.
  4. Pour in chicken broth; scrape up brown bits. Bring to a boil. Stir in rice; reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
  5. Remove chicken; shred it and return to the pot along with cream. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes.

Notes

For added flavor, use homemade broth if available.
To make it healthier, substitute cream with half-and-half or almond milk.
Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or peas for extra nutrition.

  • Author: Ruby
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 540mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 24g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg

Keywords: - For added flavor, use homemade broth if available.- To make it healthier, substitute cream with half-and-half or almond milk.- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or peas for extra nutrition.