Description

Make this your go to recipe to make a delicious, easy and quick to make chicken and rice soup. Serve it with a grilled cheese or other favorite sandwich, if desired.

Ingredients

• 1 T. butter
• 1 small onion, chopped (about 1/2 c.)
• 2 - 3 ribs celery, sliced (about 1 c.)
• 2 - 3 medium carrots, coarsely chopped (about 1 c.)*
• 1 t. finely chopped fresh garlic
• 48 oz. chicken stock/broth (6 c.)
• 1 c. water
• 1/2 t. smoked paprika
• 2 c. cooked white, wild or brown rice
• 2 c. deli rotisserie chicken, chopped and skin removed (or leftover chicken)
• 2 T. chopped fresh parsley
• salt, to taste
• black pepper, to taste

Steps

1. Melt butter in a 4 - 6 quart saucepan over medium heat until sizzling; add onion, celery, carrots and garlic; cook 3-5 minutes or until onions are softened.
2. Add chicken stock/broth, water and paprika; cook, stirring occasionally, 7-9 minutes or until mixture comes to a boil and carrots are tender. Stir in cooked rice, chicken and parsley; cook 5-7 minutes or until heated through. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
3. Serve immediately.