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Creamy Chicken and Rice Soup

Creamy Chicken and Rice Soup served in warm, natural lighting on a cozy white table setup
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A warm and comforting creamy chicken and rice soup perfect for cozy evenings. Easy to make with tender chicken, fresh herbs, and a rich broth that satisfies and nourishes.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 tsp mustard powder
  • 1/4 tsp paprika
  • 1/4 tsp chili flakes
  • 3 Tbsp butter unsalted
  • 1 medium yellow onion diced
  • 3 large carrots peeled and diced
  • 3 stalks celery diced
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 Tbsp fresh thyme chopped
  • 1 Tbsp fresh rosemary chopped
  • 1/4 cup all purpose flour
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup half and half
  • 1 Tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 Tbsp hot sauce
  • 1 cup long grain white rice uncooked
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • garnish Parmesan cheese black pepper fresh parsley

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, season the chicken with kosher salt Italian seasoning mustard powder paprika and chili flakes.
  2. Melt butter over medium heat and sauté the onion carrots celery and garlic until soft.
  3. Add the chicken and cook until browned.
  4. Stir in thyme rosemary and flour cooking for 1-2 minutes.
  5. Slowly add chicken broth whisking constantly to prevent lumps.
  6. Bring to a boil then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
  7. Add rice and cook until tender about 20 minutes.
  8. Stir in half and half soy sauce and hot sauce.
  9. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  10. Garnish with Parmesan cheese black pepper and fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

  • Use bone-in chicken thighs for extra flavor
  • Adjust hot sauce to your preferred spice level
  • Leftovers keep well and taste even better the next day

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