Basic Chicken And Rice Soup Recipe

Ingredients for Basic Chicken And Rice Soup

• Broiler Fryer Chickens
• 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
• 2 tablespoons butter
• Dried Celery Flakes
• Cream Of Chicken Soup
• 1/2 teaspoon salt (plus more to taste)
• Black Pepper
• Cayenne Pepper
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
• Raw Rice

How to Make Basic Chicken And Rice Soup

1. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 cup chopped celery and 1/2 cup chopped onion; cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
2. Add 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, 8 cups chicken broth, 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and a pinch of cayenne pepper (optional). Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through.
3. Remove chicken from pot and let cool slightly. Shred chicken and set aside. Strain the broth to remove any solids.
4. Return the broth to the pot. Add 1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice, 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper, and the shredded chicken.
5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until rice is tender.
6. Season to taste with additional salt and pepper before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley (optional).