Description

Warm your soul with this comforting Chicken and Rice Soup. Packed with tender chicken, fluffy rice, and a vibrant mix of vegetables, this dish is the ultimate hug in a bowl. Perfect for chilly evenings or when you need a little TLC, it’s not just a meal—it’s a cherished memory waiting to be created in your own kitchen.

Ingredients

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3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
2 medium carrots, sliced thinly
2 celery stalks, chopped
1 medium onion, diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 tsp dried oregano
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

Prepare your ingredients by chopping the vegetables: dice the onion, slice the carrots and celery, and mince the garlic.
In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté onions, carrots, celery, and garlic for about five minutes until softened.
Add the chicken breasts to the pot and season with salt and pepper. Sear for two minutes to enhance flavor.
Pour in the chicken broth to cover all ingredients; bring to a boil then reduce heat to simmer.
Once simmering, add rice and oregano; stir gently. Cover and cook for about twenty minutes.
Remove chicken from pot after twenty minutes, shred using two forks, then return it to the soup.
Serve hot in bowls garnished with fresh parsley if desired.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Simmering
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 1.5 cups)
Calories: 350
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 750mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 90mg

Keywords: Feel free to swap long-grain rice for quinoa or noodles for a different texture. Add frozen peas or corn for extra nutrition or sprinkle fresh herbs on top before serving.