Easy Chicken and Rice Soup

Warm, hearty, and incredibly simple to make, this Easy Chicken and Rice Soup is the ultimate comfort food for busy weeknights or chilly days. Packed with tender shredded chicken, wholesome vegetables, and fluffy long-grain rice simmered in a savory chicken broth infused with garlic, thyme, and a hint of bay leaf, this recipe delivers rich flavor with minimal effort. Ready in just 50 minutes from start to finish, it’s the perfect go-to meal when you need something nourishing yet quick. The addition of fresh parsley and an optional squeeze of lemon juice adds a bright, zesty finish to this classic one-pot dish. Whether you’re feeding a family or meal-prepping for the week, this chicken and rice soup is an easy, satisfying, and comforting choice.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
• 2 celery stalks, sliced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 cups chicken breast, cooked and shredded
• 8 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup long-grain white rice
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion, sliced carrots, and sliced celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Pour in the chicken broth and bring it to a simmer.

Step 5

Add the shredded chicken, rice, bay leaf, thyme, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir to combine.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let the soup gently simmer for 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender.

Step 7

Remove the bay leaf and taste the soup. Adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper, if needed.

Step 8

Stir in chopped parsley and an optional squeeze of fresh lemon juice for brightness.

Step 9

Serve hot and enjoy your comforting bowl of chicken and rice soup!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3088 grams (3088.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1611

Total Fat 47.50g	61%
Saturated Fat 9.80g	49%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 425mg	142%
Sodium 7408mg	322%
Total Carbohydrate 95.00g	35%
Dietary Fiber 9.90g	35%
Total Sugars 17.40g
Protein 191.00g	382%

Vitamin D 25IU	125%
Calcium 413mg	32%
Iron 15mg	83%
Potassium 4119mg	88%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 27.2%

Protein: 48.6%

Carbs: 24.2%