Ahh, cozy classic. 🥣 Here’s a simple, comforting chicken and rice soup you can make without fuss—perfect for cold days or when you just want something soothing.
Easy Chicken & Rice Soup
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil or butter
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 lb chicken (breast or thighs)
- ¾ cup rice (white or jasmine work great)
- 1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp dried thyme or oregano
- Optional: bay leaf, parsley, lemon
Instructions
- Sauté the veggies
Heat oil in a large pot. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Cook 4–5 minutes until soft. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds. - Add broth & chicken
Pour in chicken broth. Add chicken, salt, pepper, thyme, and bay leaf if using. Bring to a gentle boil. - Simmer
Lower heat and simmer 15–20 minutes, until chicken is fully cooked. - Shred chicken
Remove chicken, shred it with two forks, then return it to the pot. - Add rice
Stir in rice and simmer another 15–20 minutes, until rice is tender. - Finish
Taste and adjust seasoning. Add chopped parsley or a squeeze of lemon if you like.
Cozy upgrades (optional)
- Creamy: stir in a splash of cream or milk
- Hearty: add mushrooms or spinach
- Extra soothing: ginger or a little turmeric
Want a slow cooker, Instant Pot, or sick-day ultra-gentle version?
