Description
Cozy up with this Creamy Chicken and Rice Soup—a hearty and flavorful meal packed with tender chicken, wild rice, and fresh vegetables in a velvety broth. Perfect for chilly evenings or quick weeknight dinners, this creamy chicken soup is comforting, easy to make, and ideal for family meals or meal prep.
Ingredients
1 package Rice a Roni Long Grain and Wild Rice
5 cups Chicken Broth
½ cup Grated Carrot (1 large or 2 small)
½ Medium Onion, diced
2 cups Broccoli, chopped
1 can Cream of Chicken Condensed Soup
1 package Cream Cheese (8 oz)
3 cups Cooked and Diced Chicken
Instructions
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Prepare the Rice: Cook Rice a Roni according to package instructions.
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Sauté Vegetables: In a large pot, sauté grated carrot, diced onion, and chopped broccoli over medium heat until tender.
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Add Broth and Soup: Stir in the chicken broth and condensed cream of chicken soup.
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Add Cream Cheese: Cut cream cheese into cubes, add to pot, and stir until melted and smooth.
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Mix in Chicken and Rice: Add cooked chicken and rice to the pot, stir well to combine.
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Simmer: Lower heat and let the soup simmer for 10–15 minutes to blend the flavors.
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Serve: Serve hot, optionally garnished with shredded cheese or fresh herbs.
Notes
For extra heat, add red pepper flakes or diced jalapeño.
Sub cream cheese with heavy cream or dairy-free options as needed.
Add extra broth to adjust thickness if needed after reheating.
Not recommended for freezing due to dairy separation.
Rotisserie chicken works great for convenience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
