Description
A comforting and quick recipe for Cheats Chicken & Rice Soup that is perfect for using up leftover rotisserie chicken. This hearty soup is filled with vegetables, tender chicken, and fluffy rice in a flavorful broth.
Ingredients
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For the Soup:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 1/2 cups cooked shredded rotisserie chicken
- 1 cup cooked white rice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 1/2 lemon (optional)
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil: In a large pot over medium heat, warm olive oil.
- Sauté vegetables: Add onion and sauté until translucent. Stir in garlic, carrots, and celery, cooking until slightly softened.
- Add thyme and broth: Sprinkle thyme, pour in chicken broth, and bring to a boil. Simmer until vegetables are tender.
- Combine chicken and rice: Add chicken and rice to the pot, simmer for 5 minutes.
- Season and serve: Season with salt, pepper, and lemon juice if desired. Garnish with parsley and serve hot.
Notes
- This recipe is a great way to use leftover rotisserie chicken and rice.
- You can substitute brown rice or wild rice for a different texture.
- To add creaminess, stir in a splash of cream or coconut milk at the end.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
