Chicken and Vegetable Soup with Noodles and Rice

This Chicken and Vegetable Soup with Noodles and Rice is a comforting and hearty dish that combines tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and a delightful blend of noodles and rice. Perfect for a cozy supper, it warms the soul while being nutritious and satisfying.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 200 grams, diced
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Celery - 1 stalk, diced
• Potato - 1 medium, diced
• Onion - 1 small, diced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Vegetable broth - 500 ml
• Water - 250 ml
• Egg noodles - 75 grams
• Cooked rice - 100 grams
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Dried thyme - 1 teaspoon
• Bay leaf - 1
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh parsley - for garnish

Steps

1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, sautéing until the onion is translucent.
2. Add the diced chicken breast to the pot and cook until browned on all sides.
3. Stir in the diced carrot, celery, and potato. Cook for about 5 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.
4. Pour in the vegetable broth and water. Add the dried thyme, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil.
5. Reduce the heat and let the soup simmer for 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
6. Add the egg noodles to the pot and continue to simmer for another 10 minutes, or until the noodles are cooked through.
7. Stir in the cooked rice and heat through for an additional 5 minutes.
8. Remove the bay leaf and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 9 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.75 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein from the chicken, supporting muscle health.
• Packed with vitamins and minerals from the assorted vegetables.

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