Creamy Chicken and Rice Soup: A Cozy, Healthy Twist for Everyone
A comforting and healthy soup that combines tender chicken, rice, and creamy goodness, perfect for everyone in the family.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Healthy
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup white rice
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- In a large pot over medium heat, sauté the onions, carrots, and celery until softened.
- Add the garlic and cook for another minute.
- Add the diced chicken and cook until browned.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil.
- Stir in the rice and thyme, then reduce heat and simmer until rice is cooked.
- Stir in the heavy cream and season with salt and pepper.
- Serve hot and enjoy.
Notes
- This soup can be blended for a creamier texture.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like peas or corn.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Creamy Chicken and Rice Soup, healthy soup, cozy soup, chicken soup