Chicken and Rice Soup

This Chicken and Rice Soup is a comforting, hearty dish that combines tender chicken, wholesome rice, and aromatic vegetables in a flavorful broth. Perfect for a cozy meal, it embodies the essence of American home cooking while adhering to kosher guidelines.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 200 grams, diced
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Celery - 1 stalk, diced
• Onion - 1 small, chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Chicken broth - 500 ml
• Water - 250 ml
• Long-grain rice - 100 grams
• Dried thyme - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped (for garnish)

Steps

1. In a medium pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add the diced onion, carrot, and celery, and sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Add the diced chicken breast to the pot, cooking until the chicken is no longer pink, about 5 minutes.
5. Pour in the chicken broth and water, then bring the mixture to a boil.
6. Stir in the rice, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper.
7. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the rice is tender.
8. Remove from heat and stir in the chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 35 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle health and repair.
• Contains vitamins and minerals from vegetables, boosting overall nutrition.

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