Description
A warm and soothing soup featuring tender chicken, fluffy rice, and a bright lemon flavor, perfect for chilly days.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 pound chicken breast, cubed
- 1 cup uncooked rice
- 6 cups chicken broth
- Juice of 2 lemons
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add onion, carrots, and celery; cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in garlic and chicken; cook until chicken is browned.
- Add rice and chicken broth; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes, or until rice is tender.
- Stir in lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
For a creamier texture, add a splash of heavy cream at the end. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Method: Soup
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Protein: 25g