Low Fat Simple Chicken and Rice Soup

Warm up with a comforting bowl of Low Fat Simple Chicken and Rice Soup, a light and nutritious twist on a classic favorite. Packed with tender bites of lean chicken breast, hearty long-grain white rice, and a medley of aromatic vegetables like carrots, celery, and onion, this recipe delivers rich flavor without the extra calories. Gently seasoned with dried thyme, a hint of bay leaf, and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice, this soup offers a perfect balance of zest and earthiness. Ready in just one hour, it’s an ideal choice for a weeknight meal or a cozy lunch, and it’s naturally low-fat, making it a wholesome option for health-conscious cooks. Serve it steaming hot with a garnish of fresh parsley for a heartwarming dish that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. Keywords like “healthy chicken soup,” “low-fat dinner ideas,” and “easy rice soup recipe” make this a must-try for soup lovers!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 large onion
• 2 medium carrots
• 2 medium celery stalks
• 3 large garlic cloves
• 8 cups chicken broth
• 1 piece bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup long-grain white rice
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Dice the onion, carrots, and celery; mince the garlic cloves.

Step 2

Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces.

Step 3

In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.

Step 5

Add the minced garlic and sauté for an additional 1 minute, until fragrant.

Step 6

Stir in the chicken broth, bay leaf, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper.

Step 7

Add the chicken pieces to the pot and bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 8

Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for 20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.

Step 9

Add the rice to the soup and continue to simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender.

Step 10

Remove the bay leaf and discard.

Step 11

Stir in the fresh parsley and lemon juice just before serving.

Step 12

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3048.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1464.1

Total Fat 32.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.5g
Cholesterol 385.6mg	0%
Sodium 7303.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 108.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.3g	0%
Total Sugars 22.0g
Protein 178.3g	0%

Vitamin D 22.7IU	0%
Calcium 399.4mg	0%
Iron 14.0mg	0%
Potassium 4005.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 20.1%

Protein: 49.7%

Carbs: 30.2%