Description
Crockpot Chicken and Rice Soup is the ultimate comfort food that warms both heart and soul. This creamy, savory soup features tender chicken, hearty rice, and vibrant vegetables, making it perfect for busy weeknights or a cozy family dinner. With minimal prep and effortless cooking, this dish delivers a flavor-packed experience that will leave your taste buds craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup long-grain rice (white or brown)
- 2 medium carrots (sliced)
- 2 celery stalks (diced)
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 3–4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried parsley
- 4 oz cream cheese (softened)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Dice the chicken into bite-sized pieces. Chop the onion, slice the carrots, and dice the celery.
- Place all diced ingredients in a crockpot. Add rice on top along with broth and spices; mix gently.
- Cook on high for about 4 hours. Stir in softened cream cheese until melted for a creamy texture.
- Taste near the end of cooking (about 5 hours) and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve hot in bowls, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Crockpot
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 95mg