Chicken and Rice Soup
This Chicken and Rice Soup is a warm, comforting meal featuring tender chicken, hearty rice, and a medley of peas and carrots simmered in a flavorful broth. Easy to prepare on the stovetop or in a slow cooker, it’s a simple and nourishing dish perfect for chilly days or when you need a soothing, homemade meal.
Prep Time
25 min
Total Time
25 min
Servings
4
Ingredients
Pantry
1 15-oz can Broth
2 cups White Rice
1 tbs Italian Seasoning
Fridge and Freezer
8-oz Cooked Chicken
1 1-lb bag Frozen Peas and Carrots
Directions
Wash hands with soap and water. Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces.
Choose one of the following cooking methods:
STOVETOP METHOD: Bring 5 cups of water and broth to a boil. Add the rice, 1 lb cooked chicken (⅓ of a 3-lb bag), frozen peas and carrots, and Italian seasoning. Season with salt and pepper if desired. Reduce heat to simmer, cover the pan and cook for 20 minutes or until the rice and vegetables are tender.
SLOW-COOKER METHOD: Add rice, chicken, Italian seasoning, broth, and 5 cups of water to a slow cooker and cook for 2-4 hours on high. Stir in the peas and carrots and cook through.
Makes 4 2-cup servings. Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours.