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Homemade Chicken and Rice Soup

A comforting soup made with tender chicken, rice, and vegetables, perfect for cozy days or healing hearts.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded Use rotisserie chicken for quick prep.
  • 1 cup rice (white or brown) If using brown rice, expect a longer simmer.
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 stalks celery, diced
  • 2 carrots diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 8 cups chicken broth Adjust salt and pepper for broth strength.
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil For sautéing vegetables.
  • 2 cups fresh spinach (optional) Adds freshness and color.

Method
 

Cooking
  1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add chopped onion, carrots, and celery, and sauté until soft, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and bring it to a boil.
  5. Add the rice, shredded chicken, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  6. Reduce heat and let simmer until the rice is cooked, about 15-20 minutes.
  7. If using, stir in fresh spinach just before serving.

Notes

Serve with butter or olive oil on top, and enjoy with warm, flaky biscuits or bread. Adjust seasoning to taste.