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Creamy Chicken and Rice Soup

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A comforting weeknight soup that combines tender chicken, soft rice, and a creamy broth for a soothing meal.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons butter or olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
  • 1 cup milk or unsweetened plant milk
  • 2 teaspoons fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat butter or oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, carrot, and celery. Cook 5–7 minutes until soft.
  2. Stir in garlic and thyme. Cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil. Add rice. Reduce heat and simmer, covered, 15–20 minutes until rice is tender.
  4. Add cooked chicken and milk. Warm through for 5–7 minutes. Do not boil after adding milk. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Finish with parsley. Serve hot.

Notes

For a lighter twist, consider using frozen peas and a squeeze of lemon.

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