Chicken and Rice Soup
Ingredients:
- 1 cup cooked and shredded chicken
- 1/2 cup uncooked white rice
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions:
- In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onion, carrots, celery, and garlic and cook until the vegetables are soft, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the chicken broth, rice, thyme, salt, and pepper to the pot. Stir to combine.
- Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer, covered, for 20-25 minutes, or until the rice is fully cooked.
- Stir in the cooked chicken and let the soup heat through for a few minutes.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
This comforting and satisfying Chicken and Rice Soup is the perfect way to warm up on a cold day. The combination of tender chicken, fluffy rice, and flavorful vegetables make for a delicious and filling meal. Serve it with some crusty bread for dipping and you have a complete meal!
