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Crockpot Chicken and Rice Soup

Comforting Crockpot Chicken and Rice Soup in Just One Pot

This Crockpot Chicken and Rice Soup is a hearty, flavorful dish that brings comfort and nourishment to your table.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 7 hours
Total Time 7 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Soups
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 1 pound chicken breasts or thighs for added juiciness
  • 1 cup rice long-grain white or brown
  • 2 cups carrots chopped, fresh or frozen
  • 2 stalks celery chopped
  • 1 medium onion chopped
For the Broth
  • 6 cups chicken broth low-sodium
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon salt adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper adjust to taste
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1 cup frozen peas stir in before serving
  • 2 cups spinach or kale, added just before serving
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice optional

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Chicken: Place chicken breasts at the bottom of the slow cooker.
  2. Add the Vegetables: Layer chopped carrots, celery, and onion on top of the chicken.
  3. Pour in the Broth: Pour chicken broth over the layered ingredients.
  4. Season the Soup: Sprinkle minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper over the broth mixture.
  5. Add the Rice: Stir in the rice into the slow cooker.
  6. Slow Cook the Soup: Cover and set the slow cooker to low for 6 to 7 hours.
  7. Shred the Chicken: Once cooked, shred the chicken and return it to the pot.
  8. Final Touches: Stir in any desired add-ins like frozen peas or spinach.
  9. Serve and Enjoy: Ladle into bowls and serve hot, optionally with bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, use chicken thighs for more flavor, and adjust seasoning based on personal preference.

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