Easy Chicken and Rice Soup: A Healthy Comfort Food Delight
This Easy Chicken and Rice Soup is perfect for a healthy and comforting meal, providing warmth and nourishment.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup rice
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup carrots, sliced
- 1 cup celery, diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add onion, garlic, carrots, and celery; sauté until soft.
- Stir in the chicken broth, chicken, rice, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes.
- Serve hot and enjoy your healthy soup!
Notes
- For added flavor, try adding some herbs or spices.
- This soup can be customized with your favorite vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Easy Chicken and Rice Soup, Healthy Soup, Comfort Food