Chicken And Rice Soup Recipe UK​

This easy Chicken and Rice Soup is a comforting, nutritious meal perfect for any day of the week. With its creamy broth and tender chicken, it’s a quick dish you can make with common ingredients. Feel free to add your favorite veggies for extra flavor and texture. Enjoy a warm bowl today!

Ingredients Needed

• 2 tablespoons (30 ml) extra virgin olive oil
• 1/2 yellow onion, finely chopped (approx. 125g / 1/2 cup)
• 1 large carrot, finely chopped (approx. 125g / 1/2 cup)
• 2 cloves garlic, pressed or minced
• Homemade seasoned salt and pepper to taste
• 2 chicken breasts (approx. 450g / 1 lb), cut into bite-sized pieces
• 2 litres (8 cups) chicken stock or broth
• 190g (1 cup) long-grain white rice (Lundberg recommended)

How To Make Chicken And Rice Soup

1. Heat the Oil: In a large soup pot, heat the extra virgin olive oil over medium heat.
2. Cook the Vegetables: Add the chopped onion and carrot, season with seasoned salt and pepper, and stir to combine. Cover the pot with a lid and sauté until the vegetables are very tender, about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3. Add Garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for an additional 30 seconds without the lid.
4. Bring to Boil: Turn the heat up to high, add the chicken stock, and bring to a boil.
5. Add Rice and Chicken: Stir in the rice, then season the chicken pieces with seasoned salt and pepper. Add the chicken to the pot and stir to combine.
6. Simmer: Reduce the heat to medium and simmer uncovered until the rice is tender, about 15-20 minutes.
7. Taste and Serve: Taste the soup and add more seasoned salt and/or pepper as needed. Ladle into bowls and serve warm.

Recipe Tips

• Adjust Rice Cooking Time: Different types of rice may require different cooking times. Check the package instructions to ensure perfect doneness.
• Season Gradually: Start with a small amount of seasoned salt and pepper, then taste and adjust as you go. It’s easier to add more than to fix over-seasoning.
• Add Vegetables for Variety: Feel free to toss in other vegetables like peas or spinach near the end of cooking for extra nutrients and color.

How To Store And Reheat Leftovers?

• Refrigerate: First, let the leftover Chicken and Rice Soup cool until it reaches room temperature. Then, transfer it to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
• Freeze: If you want to freeze the soup, let it cool to room temperature, then pour it into a freezer-safe container. You can freeze it for up to 3 months. To thaw, place the container in the fridge overnight before reheating.
• Reheat: Pour the soup into a saucepan over medium heat. Stir occasionally until it is hot, which should take about 5-7 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240 grams)

• Calories: 174
• Total Fat: 7g
• Saturated Fat: 1g
• Cholesterol: 36mg
• Sodium: 441mg
• Potassium: 499mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 12g
• Dietary Fiber: 1g
• Sugars: 2g
• Protein: 18g

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