Creamy Chicken and Rice Soup - A Delicious and Comforting Dish

This creamy chicken and rice soup is a hearty and comforting dish that is perfect for chilly days. Made with tender chicken, fragrant vegetables, and creamy broth, this soup is sure to warm you up from the inside out. It's easy to make and can be ready in just 30 minutes. Serve it alongside some crusty bread for a complete and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup water
• 1 cup long-grain white rice
• 1 cup heavy cream
• Fresh parsley, for garnish

Directions

1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Cook until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
2. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute.
3. Add the chicken pieces to the pot and season with dried thyme, dried rosemary, salt, and black pepper. Cook until the chicken is browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.
4. Pour in the chicken broth and water. Bring the mixture to a boil.
5. Stir in the white rice and reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let the soup simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked through and tender.
6. Stir in the heavy cream and let the soup simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
7. Remove the pot from the heat and let the soup cool slightly before serving.
8. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.

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