Description
A comforting and creamy white chicken and rice soup featuring tender shredded chicken, fresh vegetables, fragrant herbs, and a rich blend of creamy and cheesy flavors. Perfect for a cozy meal that warms you up while providing balanced nutrition.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 Tbsps Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 cups Easy Shredded Chicken
- 1/2 red onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 organic celery stalks, chopped
- 2 medium carrots, peeled and chopped
- 4 fresh thyme sprigs
- 1 bay leaf
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable stock
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 Tbsps white cooking apple vinegar
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 2 tsps On Everything All-Purpose Blend
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 to 1 1/2 cups cooked Basmati rice
- 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Sauté Vegetables: In a large pot over medium heat, heat the olive oil and add the chopped red onion. Cook until the onion turns translucent, about 3-5 minutes. Then add the minced garlic, chopped celery, and carrots. Stir and cook the mixture until the vegetables soften, approximately 5-7 minutes.
- Add Herbs and Stock: Add the fresh thyme sprigs and bay leaf into the pot. Pour in 4 cups of chicken or vegetable stock. Bring everything to a gentle simmer to infuse the broth with the herb flavors, roughly 5 minutes.
- Incorporate Chicken and Cream: Stir in the shredded chicken pieces, then gradually add the heavy cream while keeping the soup at a gentle simmer. Mix thoroughly to combine all the flavors without boiling the cream, cooking for an additional 3-4 minutes.
- Add Rice and Seasonings: Add the cooked Basmati rice along with the sea salt, On Everything All-Purpose Blend, and smoked paprika. Stir well to ensure everything is heated through evenly, approximately 3-5 minutes.
- Add Cheeses and Finish: Remove the thyme sprigs and bay leaf. Stir in the freshly grated parmesan and shredded mozzarella cheeses until melted and incorporated, creating a creamy, cheesy finish to the soup. Serve warm.
Notes
- Use cooked Basmati rice to save time and prevent overcooking during soup preparation.
- Adjust the amount of heavy cream to your desired creaminess level or substitute with half-and-half for a lighter option.
- For a thicker soup, add an extra 1/4 cup of cheese or reduce the stock slightly.
- The On Everything All-Purpose Blend can be substituted with your preferred seasoning blend or simply additional salt and pepper.
- Remove thyme sprigs and bay leaf before serving to avoid an overpowering herb flavor.
