Description

Warm up with a comforting bowl of Creamy Chicken and Rice Soup, packed with tender chicken, hearty vegetables, and a rich, velvety broth. This easy-to-make soup is perfect for cold days or when you’re craving a cozy, satisfying meal.

Ingredients

For the Soup:

2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
3 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
2 celery stalks, sliced
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried parsley
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon salt
¼ cup all-purpose flour
6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 cup long-grain white rice
2 cups cooked shredded chicken (such as rotisserie)
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup whole milk

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Instructions

Sauté Vegetables: In a large pot, heat butter and olive oil. Sauté onion, garlic, carrots, and celery until softened.
Add Seasonings: Stir in thyme, parsley, pepper, and salt. Sprinkle flour, cook to eliminate raw taste.
Make Soup: Whisk in chicken broth, add rice. Simmer until rice is tender.
Finish Soup: Stir in chicken, cream, and milk. Simmer until thickened. Adjust seasoning and serve.

Notes

For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of cream.
Wild rice or brown rice can be used but with longer cooking times.
Leftovers thicken—add broth or milk when reheating.