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Crispy Chicken and Rice Soup Recipe

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450
A comforting and hearty soup combining tender shredded chicken, flavorful herbs, and rice, perfect for a cozy meal.

Ingredients

Spices and herbs

  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 0.5 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 0.5 teaspoon mustard powder
  • 0.25 teaspoon pepper

Main ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 small yellow onion, diced
  • 0.5 cup diced carrots
  • 2 ribs celery, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 5 cups chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon hot sauce (e.g., Frank's)
  • 1.25 pounds bone-in chicken breast

Garnish

  • fresh parsley, for garnish
  • 1.5 cups chicken broth
  • 0.75 cup white long grain rice, uncooked (or 2 ΒΌ cups cooked rice)

Instructions 

  • Melt butter in a large pot, cook vegetables for 4 minutes, then add garlic and cook 1 minute.
  • Add herbs, spices, soy sauce, hot sauce, chicken, and broth. Simmer for 20 minutes, shred chicken, and return to soup.
  • Cook rice in boiling broth for 15 minutes, then let sit covered for 10 minutes.
  • Adjust seasoning, serve soup over rice, garnish with parsley, and enjoy.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a squeeze of lemon or a dash of hot sauce before serving.
Calories: 450kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chicken, comfort food, rice