Wholesome One-Pot Chicken and Rice Soup
This comforting one-pot chicken and rice soup is packed with wholesome ingredients. It's a perfect meal for a cozy evening, simple to make and full of flavor.
Equipment
- Large pot
- Dutch oven
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion chopped
- 2 carrots peeled and diced
- 2 celery stalks diced
- 2 garlic minced
- 6 cups chicken broth low sodium preferred
- 2 cups cooked chicken shredded or diced
- 1/2 cup long-grain white rice uncooked
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
Optional
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
Cooking Steps
- Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven, then add chopped onion, carrots, and celery, cooking until softened (5-7 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic, dried thyme, and dried rosemary for one minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
- Add cooked shredded chicken and uncooked rice, stirring well to combine.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until rice is tender; stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Season generously with salt and pepper, then stir in fresh chopped parsley just before serving.
- Ladle into bowls and serve warm, optionally with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.
Notes
For a richer flavor, consider using homemade chicken broth. You can also add other vegetables like peas or corn during the last 5 minutes of simmering. Adjust herbs and spices to your personal preference.