Are you craving a soul-warming, nutritious soup that doesn't compromise on flavor while keeping things Paleo-friendly? Get ready to fall in love with this game-changing Creamy Chicken and Rice Soup that will make your taste buds dance and your body thank you! Packed with tender shredded chicken, silky coconut milk, and innovative cauliflower rice, this recipe is about to become your new go-to comfort meal that's both incredibly delicious and wonderfully healthy.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
Cuisine: Paleo
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup cauliflower rice
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Begin by preparing all your ingredients. Shred the cooked chicken and set it aside. Dice the onion and carrots, and mince the garlic. If you haven't done so already, prepare 1 cup of cauliflower rice by either grating fresh cauliflower or using pre-packaged cauliflower rice.
- In a large pot, heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the diced onion and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until it becomes translucent.
- Add the minced garlic to the pot and sauté for an additional 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
- Next, add the diced carrots to the pot and continue to cook for another 5 minutes, allowing them to soften slightly.
- Once the carrots are tender, pour in the 4 cups of chicken broth and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Allow it to simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the shredded chicken and cauliflower rice, mixing well to combine all the ingredients. Let it simmer for another 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- After 10 minutes, pour in the 1 cup of coconut milk and stir to incorporate. Add the teaspoon of thyme, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Allow the soup to heat through for an additional 5 minutes.
- Once the soup is heated and well combined, taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. If you prefer a thicker soup, you can let it simmer a bit longer or add more cauliflower rice.
- Remove the pot from heat and let it cool slightly before serving. Ladle the soup into bowls and enjoy your delicious Paleo creamy chicken and rice soup!
Tips
- Use pre-cooked chicken to save time, or quickly shred rotisserie chicken for an even faster preparation.
- For extra flavor depth, consider toasting your thyme briefly in the pot before adding other ingredients.
- If you want a thicker soup, let it simmer longer or add a bit more cauliflower rice to achieve your desired consistency.
- Fresh, high-quality chicken broth makes a significant difference in the overall taste of your soup.
- Don't rush the sautéing process - allowing onions and garlic to develop their flavors will enhance the entire dish's taste profile.
- For added nutrition, consider adding some chopped spinach or kale in the final minutes of cooking.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 280kcal
Carbohydrates: 12g
Protein: 25g
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Cholesterol: 70mg
