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Easy Creamy Chicken and Rice Soup

A comforting bowl of creamy chicken and rice soup, garnished with fresh parsley and visible carrots.
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Make this comforting, homemade chicken and rice soup using simple ingredients. It is a hearty, one-pot meal perfect for busy weeknights or chilly weather.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, peeled and sliced
  • 2 celery stalks, sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream (or milk for a lighter version)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook until lightly browned on all sides, about 5 minutes. You do not need to cook them through.
  2. Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables begin to soften, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and add the uncooked rice. Bring the mixture to a boil.
  5. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the chicken is fully cooked. Stir occasionally to prevent the rice from sticking to the bottom.
  6. Remove the pot from the heat. Stir in the heavy cream until fully incorporated, creating a creamy texture.
  7. Taste and adjust salt and pepper if needed. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish each serving with fresh parsley.

Notes

  • For a slow cooker version, combine all ingredients except the heavy cream in the slow cooker. Cook on low for 6 to 8 hours or high for 3 to 4 hours. Stir in the cream before serving.
  • You can substitute chicken breasts for thighs, but thighs remain more tender after cooking.
  • This recipe freezes well without the cream; add the cream after reheating the soup.

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