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Chicken and Rice Soup

Cozy Chicken and Rice Soup: Your New Comfort Food Delight

This Lemony Chicken and Rice Soup is the ultimate comfort food, combining tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and zesty flavors for a heartwarming meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

Soup Base
  • 2 cups Skinless, Boneless Chicken Breast Substitute with rotisserie chicken for quicker prep.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil A neutral oil works too.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Feel free to use fresh garlic for more punch.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 6 cups Chicken Stock or Bone Broth Vegetable broth is a lighter alternative.
  • 2 cups Water Adjust for your desired consistency.
  • 2 leaves Bay Leaves Adds an aromatic touch.
Flavor Boost
  • 1/4 cup Lemon Juice Lime juice is a great alternative.
  • 3 cloves Minced Garlic Freshly minced for a stronger flavor kick.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Dill Swap for parsley or thyme if needed.
Veggie Goodness
  • 1 cup Carrots Replace with peas or corn for variation.
  • 1 cup Celery
  • 1 medium Onion
Texture
  • 1 cup Long Grain White Rice Brown or jasmine rice are excellent substitutes.
  • 1/4 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Optional for a dairy-free twist.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • large pot
  • Baking sheet
  • fork
  • Small bowl

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). In a small bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to create a marinade. Coat the chicken breast evenly with the marinade before placing it on a baking sheet. Bake for 28 minutes until thoroughly cooked and shred into pieces.
  2. While the chicken is baking, prepare the long grain white rice according to package instructions, typically boiling it in water or broth for 15-20 minutes until tender.
  3. In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced carrots, chopped celery, and diced onion, sautéing for 5-6 minutes until softened. Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
  4. To the sautéed vegetables, sprinkle in salt and pepper, then pour in the chicken stock and water, adding enough to achieve your desired consistency. Toss in bay leaves and bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce heat and let it simmer uncovered for 30 minutes.
  5. After 30 minutes, stir in the shredded chicken and cooked rice into the pot. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes before stirring in fresh lemon juice and dill. Adjust seasoning to liking before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 28gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best texture, add rice directly to individual bowls and ladle soup over. Customize with your favorite vegetables or proteins. Store soup and rice separately if freezing leftovers.

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