Description
Indulge in the comforting warmth of Chicken Tomato Rice Soup, a delightful dish brimming with flavors that make it perfect for family dinners or lunch gatherings. This hearty soup features tender chicken simmered with zesty tomatoes and wholesome rice, creating a satisfying meal in just one pot. With its rich taste and vibrant colors, this recipe is sure to please everyone at your table. Plus, it’s customizable with various toppings to keep it exciting each time you serve it.
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 teaspoon EACH salt, chili powder, ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon EACH smoked paprika, pepper, dried oregano
- 3/4 cup long-grain white rice (uncooked; basmati recommended)
- 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. Sauté chicken and onions until onions are translucent.
- Add bell peppers, garlic, flour, and seasonings; cook for 2 minutes while stirring.
- Stir in rice, black beans, green chilies, crushed tomatoes, and three cans of chicken broth. Combine cornstarch with the remaining broth before adding it to the pot. Bring to a boil and reduce heat; simmer until rice is tender (about 8-12 minutes).
- Stir in cheese until melted. Adjust consistency if desired by adding more broth or water. Serve hot with your favorite toppings.
- 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: 580mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg