Chicken Brown Rice Soup
This Chicken Brown Rice Soup recipe is built around (2.3 kg) boneless chicken breast, and it comes together in about 1 hour 30 minutes from start to finish. Low and slow is the secret — the longer simmer lets (2.3 kg) boneless chicken breast soften and the flavours deepen. Below you will find the full ingredient list, the method, and a few tips we think make the difference.
- Cook 1h 30m
- Total 1h 30m
- Level Medium
Ingredients
- 5 lb (2.3 kg) boneless chicken breast
- 2 lb (900 g) onions, diced
- 2 lb (900 g) celery, chopped
- 2 lb 2 pounds (900 g) baby carrots (whole), 900 g) baby carrots (whole
- 3 lb (1350 g) brown rice
- 2 tbsp Parsley
- 18 lb (8.1 kg) chicken broth
- 1 Container Mrs Dash seasoning
- Salt
- To taste Pepper
- Olive Oil
Method
- Cut the chicken into small pieces.
- Fill the stock pot half full with water. Add the chicken and chicken broth in the large stock pot.
- Let boil for about an hour, stirring frequently.
- After an hour combine the rest of the ingredients and simmer for 1 hour to 1 hour and 30 minutes, stirring frequently.
Tips for the best Chicken Brown Rice Soup
- Keep the simmer gentle. A hard boil toughens (2.3 kg) boneless chicken breast and drives off the liquid too fast.
- Let the chicken come up to room temperature for 15 minutes before cooking so it cooks evenly.
- Rest the finished dish for a few minutes before serving — it lets the flavours settle and the texture firm up.
- Read the whole method before you start and measure out the 11 ingredients first — it keeps the pace relaxed once the heat is on.
Variations
- Spicier version: add a pinch of chilli flakes or a sliced fresh chilli with the aromatics.
- Vegetable boost: stir in a handful of spinach, peas or diced peppers in the last few minutes of cooking.
- Slow cooker: brown everything first, then cook on low for 6–8 hours instead of simmering.
Serving ideas
Finish with a swirl of cream and fresh herbs just before it hits the table.
Storage
Cool completely, then refrigerate in a sealed container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave until piping hot. Freezes well for up to 3 months.
Frequently asked questions
What can I substitute for (2.3 kg) boneless chicken breast?
Any ingredient with a similar texture and cooking time works; see the variations below for ideas. Keep quantities the same and adjust seasoning at the end.
How long does Chicken Brown Rice Soup take to make?
About 1 hour 30 minutes in total — roughly under an hour of preparation and 1 hour 30 minutes of cooking.
Can I make Chicken Brown Rice Soup ahead of time?
Yes. It actually improves after a few hours, so make it earlier in the day and reheat gently before serving.
Is this Chicken Brown Rice Soup recipe medium to make?
It is rated medium: 11 ingredients and 4 steps. Follow the order and the tips above and it is very forgiving.
Adapted from Wikibooks Cookbook, CC BY-SA 4.0 — source
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