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Cheesy Chicken And Rice Soup Recipe

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Chicken Rice Soup {Loaded with Veggies & Rice} Spend With Pennies
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Description

This cheesy chicken and rice soup recipe is the perfect comfort food for chilly evenings. It’s a hearty soup that is creamy, cheesy, and loaded with chicken and rice. The blend of spices and herbs gives it a rich and flavorful taste that will warm your soul. It's easy to make and takes less than an hour to prepare.

Prep Time

The prep time for this recipe is approximately 15 minutes.

Cook Time

The cook time for this recipe is approximately 30 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup uncooked white rice
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Wooden spoon

Method

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add chopped chicken and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot and cook until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add dried thyme, rosemary, oregano, salt, and black pepper to the pot and stir to combine.
  4. Add chicken broth and uncooked white rice to the pot and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until rice is cooked.
  5. Stir in heavy cream and shredded cheddar cheese until cheese is melted and soup is creamy.
  6. Remove from heat and stir in chopped fresh parsley.
  7. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

This soup can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. It may thicken when stored, so add a little bit of chicken broth or heavy cream when reheating to thin it out.

Nutrition Info

  • Serving size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 380
  • Total Fat: 24g
  • Saturated Fat: 13g
  • Cholesterol: 107mg
  • Sodium: 784mg
  • Total Carbohydrates: 17g
  • Dietary Fiber: 1g
  • Sugars: 2g
  • Protein: 24g

Recipe Tips

  • You can use leftover cooked chicken instead of raw chicken breasts to save time.
  • If you don't have heavy cream, you can use half-and-half or whole milk instead, but the soup won't be as creamy.
  • You can use any type of cheese you prefer, such as mozzarella or pepper jack, instead of cheddar cheese.
  • If you want a thinner soup, you can add more chicken broth or milk.
  • Feel free to adjust the amount of salt and pepper to your liking.

This cheesy chicken and rice soup recipe is a crowd-pleaser that will warm you up on chilly nights. It's easy to make and tastes delicious. Give it a try and enjoy!


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