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Cozy Homestyle Chicken Rice Soup

A warm and comforting chicken rice soup loaded with tender chicken, vegetables, fluffy rice, and savory broth.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Soup Base
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion diced
  • 3 stalks celery sliced
  • 3 medium carrots peeled and sliced
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 8 cups chicken broth
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice uncooked
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
  • 1 teaspoon salt adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1 cup spinach
  • 1/2 cup peas

Equipment

  • Dutch oven
  • Ladle
  • Cutting board

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Sauté onion, carrots, and celery until softened.
  2. Add garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Pour in chicken broth and add bay leaves. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  4. Add chicken and simmer for 20–25 minutes until fully cooked.
  5. Remove chicken, shred with forks, and return it to the soup.
  6. Stir in rice and cook until tender, about 15–18 minutes.
  7. Remove bay leaves and stir in parsley before serving hot.

Notes

For meal prep, cook rice separately and add when serving to maintain the best texture.