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Hearty Chicken and Rice Soup

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A cozy and nourishing chicken and rice soup made with tender chicken, fresh vegetables, herbs, and a splash of lime for brightness. Perfect for chilly days, easy dinners, or make-ahead lunches.

  • Author: Tina
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

6 cups chicken broth

1 medium onion, chopped

2 celery stalks, sliced

2 carrots, sliced

2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

1/2 teaspoon cracked black pepper

1/2 teaspoon dried thyme leaves

1 bay leaf

2 cups cooked chicken, cubed

2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)

1 tablespoon fresh lime juice

Lime slices, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a large Dutch oven or soup pot, combine chicken broth, chopped onion, sliced celery, carrots, parsley, black pepper, thyme, and bay leaf. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
  2. Reduce heat to low and let simmer for 10–15 minutes, or until onion and celery are softened.
  3. Add cubed chicken and simmer for another 5–10 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through.
  4. Remove the bay leaf and discard.
  5. Stir in cooked rice and lime juice. Simmer for 1 minute until heated through.
  6. Serve hot, garnished with lime slices if desired.

Notes

  • Use lemon juice if lime isn’t available.
  • Store rice separately when meal prepping to prevent sogginess.
  • Great way to use up leftover or rotisserie chicken.
  • Add extra veggies like peas, spinach, or zucchini for variation.
  • Freeze in individual portions for easy future meals.

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