Description

Crockpot Chicken and Rice Soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly evenings. This hearty dish combines tender chicken, fluffy rice, and colorful vegetables simmered to perfection in your slow cooker. The rich aroma will fill your home, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. With minimal prep and the ability to customize ingredients, this soup is both easy to make and deliciously satisfying. Serve it with crusty bread for a complete meal that brings joy with every spoonful.

Ingredients

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3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
1 cup long-grain white rice
2 medium carrots (diced)
2 stalks celery (diced)
1 medium onion (diced)
3 cloves garlic (minced)
6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 tsp dried thyme
1 bay leaf
Salt and pepper to taste
½ cup heavy cream (optional)

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Instructions

Prep your ingredients by chopping the onion, carrots, celery, and mincing the garlic.
Add all ingredients except for heavy cream to the crockpot: chicken breasts, rice, carrots, celery, onion, garlic, thyme, bay leaf, salt, pepper, and chicken broth.
Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until the chicken is cooked through.
Once cooking time is up, shred the chicken using two forks and return it to the pot.
If desired, stir in heavy cream for added richness.
Taste and adjust seasoning before serving hot.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 6 hours
Category: Main
Method: Slow Cooker
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
Calories: 320
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 480mg
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 34g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 28g
Cholesterol: 90mg