Hearty Chicken Rice Soup: Cozy Comfort in a Bowl

Chicken Rice Soup Recipe 🍲

Overview:

This Chicken Rice Soup recipe is a comforting and hearty dish perfect for cozy weeknight dinners, especially when you’re short on time. With simple ingredients and easy steps, you’ll have a delicious homemade soup ready to enjoy in just over an hour.

• Preparation Time: 20 minutes
• Cooking Time: 1 hour
• Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
• Servings: 10

Ingredients:

• 1 whole chicken
• 10 cups water
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 4 carrots, chopped
• 6 celery ribs, chopped
• 1 onion, diced
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• ¾ cup rice

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Ingredients:

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   • Start by gathering all the ingredients required for this recipe.
   • Wash and chop the carrots, celery ribs, onion, and garlic.
   • Rinse the whole chicken under cold water and pat it dry with paper towels.

2. Begin Cooking:

   • In a large pot, pour the water and add the salt. Stir well to dissolve the salt.
   • Place the whole chicken into the pot and bring it to a boil over medium-high heat.

3. Simmer and Skim:

   • Once the water starts boiling, reduce the heat to low and skim off any foam or fat that rises to the surface of the broth. This helps in achieving a clearer soup.

4. Add Vegetables:

   • Add the chopped carrots, celery ribs, diced onion, and minced garlic to the pot. Stir to combine with the broth.

5. Cook Vegetables:

   • Cover the pot and let the vegetables simmer with the chicken broth for about 30 minutes or until they become tender and flavorful.

6. Remove and Dice Chicken:

   • Carefully remove the cooked chicken from the pot and place it on a cutting board. Allow it to cool slightly before handling.
   • Dice the chicken meat into bite-sized pieces, discarding the skin and bones.

7. Return Chicken to Pot:

   • Once the chicken is diced, return it to the pot with the simmering broth and vegetables. Stir well to incorporate.

8. Add Rice:

   • Now, add the rice to the pot and stir gently to combine with the rest of the ingredients.

9. Cook Rice:

   • Cover the pot again and let the soup simmer for an additional 15 minutes or until the rice is cooked through and tender.

10. Serve and Enjoy:

    • Once the rice is cooked, your Chicken Rice Soup is ready to be served.
    • Ladle the hot soup into bowls and garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
    • Serve hot and enjoy the comforting flavors of this wholesome dish!

Nutritional Information (Per Serving):

• Calories: 361.3
• Total Fat: 21.4g
  • Saturated Fat: 6.1g
• Cholesterol: 97.5mg
• Sodium: 829.9mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 16.3g
  • Dietary Fiber: 1.5g
  • Sugar: 2.2g
• Protein: 24.4g

Keywords:

Chicken, Poultry, Meat, Weeknight, < 4 Hours

Recipe Notes:

• This recipe yields a large batch of soup, perfect for leftovers.
• Store any leftover soup in the refrigerator for up to a few days and reheat individual portions as needed.
• Feel free to customize the soup by adding your favorite herbs, spices, or additional vegetables.
• For a lighter version, you can remove the chicken skin before cooking or opt for boneless, skinless chicken breasts.
• Serve this comforting soup with crusty bread or a side salad for a complete meal. Enjoy!