Whole30 Simple Chicken and Rice Soup

Warm, comforting, and entirely Whole30-approved, this Simple Chicken and "Rice" Soup is the ultimate healthy twist on a classic favorite. Packed with tender shredded chicken, hearty vegetables, and nutrient-rich cauliflower rice, this recipe delivers all the cozy flavors you crave without a hint of grain or dairy. Ready in under an hour, it's the perfect option for busy weeknights or meal prep, offering a wholesome bowl of goodness that's gluten-free, paleo, and loaded with flavor from garlic, fresh thyme, and a dash of black pepper. Garnished with chopped parsley for a fresh, vibrant finish, this soup is both satisfying and guilt-free—a must-try for anyone seeking a clean-eating, family-friendly meal!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 6 cups chicken broth
• 3 cups cauliflower rice
• 2 medium carrots, diced
• 2 stalks celery stalks, diced
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 leaf bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onions, carrots, and celery to the pot and sauté for about 5 minutes, or until vegetables are softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the chicken broth, bay leaf, fresh thyme, salt, and black pepper to the pot.

Step 5

Place the whole chicken breasts into the broth. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.

Step 6

Remove the chicken breasts from the soup and shred them using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the pot.

Step 7

Add the cauliflower rice to the pot and cook for an additional 10 minutes or until the cauliflower rice is tender.

Step 8

Remove the bay leaf from the soup.

Step 9

Taste the soup and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if desired.

Step 10

Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2585.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1326.1

Total Fat 45.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 385.6mg	0%
Sodium 6299.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 54.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.4g	0%
Total Sugars 22.8g
Protein 171.8g	0%

Vitamin D 4.5IU	0%
Calcium 382.5mg	0%
Iron 11.4mg	0%
Potassium 3956.5mg	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: 31.1%

Protein: 52.4%

Carbs: 16.5%