Creamy Chicken and Rice Soup

Creamy Chicken and Rice Soup
  • PREP TIME
    15 mins
  • COOK TIME
    1 hrs 45 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    2 hrs
  • SERVING
    8 People
  • VIEWS
    660

Indulge in the velvety embrace of our Creamy Chicken and Rice Soup, a heartwarming symphony of flavors that deepens with every slow simmer. Tender chicken, perfectly cooked rice, and a luscious, creamy broth unite in this comforting classic, promising a bowlful of pure culinary bliss.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    58 g
  • Cholesterol
    57 mg
  • Fiber
    3 g
  • Protein
    26 g
  • Saturated Fat
    7 g
  • Sodium
    953 mg
  • Sugar
    11 g
  • Fat
    30 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 5 mins In a large, heavy-bottomed pot, combine chicken broth, brown rice, chopped celery, chopped onion, water, and chicken bouillon powder. Bring the mixture to a rolling boil over high heat. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 30 mins Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot tightly, and allow the soup to gently simmer until the rice has absorbed most of the liquid and is tender. (30 minutes)

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Recipe View 3 mins While the rice simmers, melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Once melted, gradually add the flour, whisking continuously to create a smooth, thick paste (a roux). (3 minutes)

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Recipe View 5 mins Slowly whisk in 4 cups of milk, about 1/2 cup at a time, ensuring each addition is fully incorporated and the sauce remains smooth and free of lumps. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 2 mins Stir the creamy sauce and chopped cooked chicken into the rice mixture in the large pot. Add the remaining 2 cups of milk, adjusting the amount to achieve your desired soup consistency. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View 1 hrs Season generously with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Reduce heat to the lowest setting, cover, and simmer gently, stirring every 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and deepen. (60 minutes)

For an even richer flavor, use homemade chicken stock instead of canned broth.
Feel free to add other vegetables such as carrots or peas to the soup.
If the soup becomes too thick, add a little more milk to reach your desired consistency.
Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.3/ 5 ( 220 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (10)
  • Verla Dicki

    I substituted coconut milk for the dairy milk, and it turned out amazing!

  • Edwina Labadie

    This soup is so comforting! My family absolutely loved it.

  • Hollie Goldner

    I used leftover rotisserie chicken – a great way to use it up!

  • Vivian Rutherford

    Easy to follow recipe. Will definitely make it again!

  • Ricardo Kilback

    The roux technique made the soup incredibly creamy.

  • Abdul Kilback

    I added some carrots and peas to mine, and it was delicious!

  • Jaylin Auer

    Simmering it for the full hour really made a difference in the flavor.

  • Lulu Cummerata

    My kids are picky eaters, but they both enjoyed this soup.

  • Evie Kuhlman

    The aroma while it simmers is heavenly!

  • Salvador Rippinlegros

    I've been making this soup for years, and it's always a hit!

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