Cure All Chicken Rice Soup
Warm, nourishing, and packed with immune-boosting ingredients, Cure All Chicken Rice Soup is your go-to remedy for chilly days and under-the-weather moments. This hearty, homemade chicken rice soup starts with a savory base of sautéed onions, carrots, and celery, complemented by the invigorating flavors of fresh ginger, garlic, and a hint of lemon juice. Shredded chicken and tender white rice simmer in a rich chicken broth, enhanced with thyme and a bay leaf for depth of flavor. Ready in just 50 minutes, this comforting soup is both easy to make and deeply satisfying. Perfect for cozy weeknight dinners, this recipe serves six and pairs well with crusty bread or crackers. With its wholesome ingredients and restorative qualities, this is the ultimate feel-good chicken soup recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
- 2 medium celery stalks, sliced
- 3 large garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie or leftover)
- 0.75 cup uncooked white rice
- 8 cups chicken broth
- 1 leaf bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the shredded chicken, uncooked rice, chicken broth, bay leaf, thyme, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir well to combine.
Increase the heat to bring the soup to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let it simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the rice is tender.
Remove the bay leaf and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
Stir in the fresh parsley and lemon juice for a bright, fresh finish.
Serve hot with crusty bread or crackers, and enjoy the soothing warmth of the soup.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1803 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 46.2 g | 59% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.4 g | 52% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 389 mg | 130% | |
| Sodium | 8612 mg | 374% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 148.1 g | 54% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.8 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.1 g | ||
| Protein | 184.3 g | 369% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 375 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 11.1 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 3734 mg | 79% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
