Description
Creamy Chicken and Rice Soup is a warm and comforting dish that brings together tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and a creamy broth infused with savory flavors. This one-pot meal is perfect for family dinners or a cozy night in. The rice cooks directly in the soup, adding richness to each spoonful. Easy to prepare in under an hour, this soup is not only satisfying but also nutritious, making it an excellent choice for any occasion.
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 (or cream alternative)
- 1 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp hot sauce
- 1 cup long grain white rice, uncooked
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Parmesan cheese (optional), black pepper, fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a bowl, season diced chicken with salt, Italian seasoning, mustard powder, paprika, and chili flakes.
- Heat butter in a large pot over medium heat and sauté diced onions, carrots, and celery until softened. Add minced garlic.
- Cook seasoned chicken until no longer pink; stir in thyme and rosemary.
- Sprinkle flour over the mixture and stir well.
- Gradually add chicken broth, half-and-half (or cream alternative), soy sauce, hot sauce, and uncooked rice while stirring continuously.
- Simmer on low heat until rice is cooked through and soup thickens slightly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg