Easy Chicken And Rice Soup Recipe

Transform leftover rotisserie chicken into a comforting and flavorful bowl of chicken and rice soup in just 20 minutes! This quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights and uses simple ingredients you likely already have. A delicious and budget-friendly meal the whole family will love.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 185.7 kcal
Protein 32g
Rating 5.0 (3 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Easy Chicken And Rice Soup

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How to Make Easy Chicken And Rice Soup

  1. Chop 1 cup carrots, 1 cup celery, and 1/2 cup onion.
  2. In a medium pot, combine 6 cups chicken broth, chopped carrots, celery, and onion, and 1 cup long-grain rice.
  3. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
  4. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes, or until rice is almost tender.
  5. Add 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken and 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or your favorite cheese).
  6. Continue to simmer for another 5 minutes, or until the rice is cooked through and the chicken is heated.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

29 g

Sugar

9g

Fat

10g

Carbs

5g