Description
Chicken Tomato Rice Soup is a delightful blend of juicy chicken, hearty rice, and zesty tomatoes that warms the soul. Perfect for family dinners or quick weeknight meals, this comforting soup is both flavorful and versatile. Customize it with your favorite toppings, and enjoy a bowl of goodness in just 45 minutes. Packed with protein and nutrients, this nourishing dish is freezer-friendly, making it an ideal choice for meal prep. Bring warmth to your table with this easy-to-follow recipe that will quickly become a family favorite.
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 pound chicken thighs (thinly sliced into 2-inch pieces)
- 1/2 large onion, thinly sliced
- 1 red bell pepper (thinly sliced then halved)
- 1 orange bell pepper (thinly sliced then halved)
- 1 yellow bell pepper (thinly sliced then halved)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 2 teaspoons chicken bouillon powder
- 1 tsp EACH salt, chili powder, ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp EACH smoked paprika, pepper, dried oregano
- 3/4 cup long-grain white rice, uncooked (preferably basmati)
- 1 15 oz. can black beans (rinsed and drained)
- 1 4 oz. can mild diced green chilies
- 1 14 oz. can crushed tomatoes
- 4 14.5 oz. cans low sodium chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 cup freshly grated Pepper Jack cheese (or more to taste)
- Tortilla chips/strips
- Fresh cilantro
- Sour cream
- Avocados
- Tomatoes
- Lime juice
- Hot sauce to taste
Instructions
- In a large Dutch oven or soup pot, heat olive oil and butter over medium-high heat.
- Add sliced chicken thighs and onions; sauté for 3 minutes until chicken is lightly browned.
- Stir in bell peppers, minced garlic, flour, and spices; cook for 2 minutes.
- Incorporate uncooked rice, black beans, green chilies, crushed tomatoes, and three cans of chicken broth.
- Mix cornstarch with the last can of chicken broth before adding it to the soup; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 8-12 minutes until rice is tender. Stir in grated Pepper Jack cheese until melted.
- Serve hot with desired toppings like tortilla chips, sour cream, cilantro, or avocado.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 90mg