Comforting Chicken and Rice Soup
Introduction:
Warm your soul with this hearty Chicken and Rice Soup, a comforting embrace on chilly days. Packed with wholesome ingredients, it’s a bowlful of nourishment and flavor.
Ingredients:
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 medium onion, finely chopped
– 2 carrots, peeled and diced
– 2 celery stalks, diced
– 3 garlic cloves, minced
– 1 teaspoon dried thyme
– 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– 8 cups chicken broth
– 1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
– 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
– Fresh parsley, for garnish
Directions:
1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion, diced carrots, and diced celery. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
2. Add minced garlic, dried thyme, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
3. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil.
4. Add the uncooked rice to the pot, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the rice is tender.
5. Stir in the shredded chicken and continue to cook until heated through.
6. Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
7. Ladle the hot soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley.
**Prep Time:** 10 minutes | **Cooking Time:** 35 minutes | **Total Time:** 45 minutes
**Nutritional Information:** Approx. 220 kcal per serving | **Servings:** 6 servings
Experience the warmth and goodness of this Chicken and Rice Soup, perfect for comforting your loved ones or enjoying a cozy meal by yourself.
