Description
Creamy Chicken and Rice Soup is a warm, hearty dish that provides the ultimate comfort on chilly days. This creamy soup features tender chicken, a medley of fresh vegetables, and fluffy rice simmered together in a rich broth. Ideal for family gatherings or cozy dinners, this recipe offers an easy one-pot meal that fills the belly and warms the soul. With simple ingredients and straightforward instructions, you’ll be able to whip up this delicious soup in no time. Customize it with your favorite spices or vegetables for a personal touch, making it a perfect addition to your comfort food repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/4 tsp mustard powder
- 1/4 tsp paprika
- 1/4 tsp chili flakes
- 3 Tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 large carrots, peeled and diced
- 3 stalks celery, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 Tbsp fresh thyme, chopped
- 1 Tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1/4 cup all purpose flour
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup half and half
- 1 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp hot sauce
- 1 cup long grain white rice, uncooked
- salt and pepper, to taste
- garnish: Parmesan cheese, black pepper, fresh parsley
Instructions
- Season diced chicken with salt, Italian seasoning, mustard powder, paprika, and chili flakes.
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt butter. Sauté onions, carrots, celery, and salt until softened (about 5-7 minutes). Add garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
- Add seasoned chicken to the pot and cook until no longer pink. Stir in thyme and rosemary.
- Sprinkle flour over the mixture; stir to coat evenly.
- Gradually add chicken broth, half & half, soy sauce, hot sauce, and uncooked rice while stirring.
- Bring to a boil then reduce heat; let simmer for 15-20 minutes until rice is cooked through.
- Adjust seasoning as needed before serving warm with your choice of garnishes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 90mg