Description

Creamy Chicken and Rice Soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for cozy evenings or busy weeknights. This hearty soup combines tender chicken, nutritious vegetables, and fluffy rice in a rich and creamy broth that warms you from the inside out. Not only is it easy to prepare with straightforward steps, but it also makes for excellent leftovers that retain their deliciousness. Customize it with your favorite herbs or additional veggies to suit your taste. Whether served as a main dish or paired with crusty bread or a light salad, this soup is sure to become a family favorite!

Ingredients

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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 cup long grain white rice, uncooked
salt and pepper, to taste

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Instructions

In a mixing bowl, season diced chicken with salt, Italian seasoning, mustard powder, paprika, and chili flakes; set aside.
In a large Dutch oven over medium heat, melt butter and sauté onion, carrots, and celery until softened (5–7 minutes). Add garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
Stir in seasoned chicken and cook until no longer pink.
Sprinkle flour over the mixture while stirring continuously.
Gradually add chicken broth and half-and-half while stirring. Incorporate uncooked rice.
Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer for 15–20 minutes until rice is cooked through.
Adjust consistency if needed by adding more broth before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Simmering
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
Calories: 335
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 632mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 34g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 24g
Cholesterol: 76mg