Comforting Chicken and Rice Vegetable Soup
A hearty, warming chicken soup loaded with tender chicken pieces, fluffy rice, and fresh vegetables simmered in a rich tomato-infused broth. This budget-friendly family meal comes together easily in one pot and is deeply satisfying any night of the week.
🛒 Ingredients
16 servings
- 600 g chicken pieces (thighs and drumsticks)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 ripe tomatoes, peeled and deseeded
- 1 can crushed tomatoes (400 g)
- 200 g short-grain rice
- 200 g cauliflower or broccoli florets
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 tablespoons sour cream or crème fraîche
- Fresh chives and parsley, chopped
- Olive oil
- Salt and pepper
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Directions
- 1
Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté the onion and garlic until soft and lightly golden.
- 2
Add the peeled tomatoes and crushed tomatoes, stir and cook for 2 minutes.
- 3
Add the chicken pieces and brown on all sides for about 5 minutes.
- 4
Pour in approximately 1.5 litres of water to cover generously. Season with salt and pepper, bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover and simmer for 20 minutes.
- 5
Add the rice and vegetables and continue simmering for 15–20 minutes until the rice is cooked through and the chicken is tender.
- 6
Off the heat, stir in the lemon juice and sour cream. Adjust seasoning, sprinkle with fresh chives and parsley, and serve piping hot.
💡 Chef's Tip
For extra depth of flavour, marinate the chicken in lemon juice with a pinch of salt for 30 minutes before cooking. Swap cauliflower for leeks or spinach for a lighter, more delicate finish.
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