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Creamy White Chicken + Rice Soup

Creamy White Chicken + Rice Soup
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Warm up with a comforting bowl of Creamy White Chicken + Rice Soup, where creamy richness meets hearty nutrition. This delightful soup features tender shredded chicken, fragrant herbs, and a blend of creamy Parmesan and mozzarella cheese. With the addition of basmati rice, each spoonful is a satisfying experience that’s perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. Quick to prepare in just 30 minutes, this versatile recipe allows you to customize with your favorite vegetables or leftover chicken, making it an easy go-to meal. Ideal for serving with fresh herbs, crunchy toppings, or a side salad, this soup is sure to please even the pickiest eaters.

Ingredients

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  • 2 Tbsps Extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 red onion, chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 organic celery stalks, chopped
  • 2 medium carrots, peeled + chopped
  • 4 fresh thyme sprigs
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 4 cups chicken or vegetable stock, organic
  • 1 cup heavy cream, organic
  • 3 Tbsps white cooking apple vinegar (You can omit + sub with stock)
  • 1 tsp sea salt
  • 2 tsps On Everything All-Purpose Blend
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1–1 1/2 cups cooked Basmati Rice
  • 1 cup freshly-grated parmesan
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, organic

Instructions

  1. In a large pot over medium heat, add the extra virgin olive oil. Once hot, add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent. Stir in the minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
  2. Add celery and carrots to the pot. Cook for about 5 minutes until they begin to soften. Toss in thyme sprigs and bay leaf; stir well.
  3. Pour in chicken or vegetable stock along with heavy cream. Add white cooking apple vinegar (or additional stock), sea salt, all-purpose blend, and smoked paprika.
  4. Increase heat slightly until mixture comes to a simmer. Reduce heat back to medium-low; let simmer for about 10 minutes.
  5. Fold in the cooked basmati rice along with freshly-grated Parmesan and shredded mozzarella cheese. Stir until cheese has melted into the soup.
  6. Remove bay leaf before serving. Ladle into bowls and enjoy your comforting Creamy White Chicken + Rice Soup!

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