Demos Chicken and Rice Soup Recipe
Demos Chicken and Rice Soup Recipe is a comfort food favorite, perfect for chilly evenings or when you need a warm, nutritious meal.
Equipment
- Large pot
- Cutting board
- Chef’s knife
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Wooden spoon
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion chopped
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 2 carrots peeled and diced
- 2 celery stalks diced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup uncooked white rice
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1 bay leaf
- Optional: chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and sauté until the onions are translucent.
- Add the carrots, celery, thyme, and parsley. Season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are slightly tender.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Stir in the rice and bay leaf. Reduce heat to a simmer and cook until the rice is tender, about 18 minutes.
- Add the shredded chicken to the pot and continue to simmer until the chicken is heated through.
- Remove the bay leaf and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley if desired.
Notes
- Use homemade chicken broth for the best flavor.
- Cook the rice separately if you prefer it not to absorb too much broth.
- Add the chicken at the end to keep it tender and juicy.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
- Reheat gently to preserve the texture of the rice and chicken.