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Chicken And Rice French Onion Soup Recipe

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Description

This chicken and rice French onion soup recipe is a twist on the classic French onion soup. It is a hearty and comforting soup that is perfect for a cold day. The addition of chicken and rice makes it a complete and satisfying meal. The soup is made with caramelized onions, chicken broth, cooked rice, and tender chunks of chicken. It is then topped with melted Gruyere cheese and served with crusty bread.

Prep Time

The prep time for this recipe is approximately 20 minutes.

Cook Time

The cook time for this recipe is approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 3 large onions, thinly sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup white wine
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup cooked rice
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
  • 1 cup shredded Gruyere cheese
  • Crusty bread for serving

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Large skillet
  • Cooking spoon
  • Cheese grater

Method

  1. Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and caramelized, about 30-40 minutes.
  3. Add the garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  4. Add the white wine and cook until the liquid has evaporated, about 3-5 minutes.
  5. Add the chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
  6. Add the cooked rice and chicken to the pot and simmer for 20-30 minutes until heated through.
  7. Preheat the broiler.
  8. Ladle the soup into oven-safe bowls and top each with a handful of shredded Gruyere cheese.
  9. Place the bowls under the broiler and broil until the cheese is melted and bubbly, about 2-3 minutes.
  10. Serve hot with crusty bread.

Notes

  • This recipe can easily be made vegetarian by using vegetable broth instead of chicken broth and omitting the chicken.
  • If you don't have white wine, you can use chicken broth instead.
  • If you don't have Gruyere cheese, you can use Swiss cheese instead.

Nutrition Info

Serving size: 1 bowl
Calories: 400
Fat: 22g
Saturated fat: 12g
Carbohydrates: 24g
Sugar: 6g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 25g

Recipe Tips

  • Make sure to cook the onions low and slow to get them caramelized and sweet.
  • Use a good quality chicken broth for the best flavor.
  • Make extra rice and chicken to use in other meals throughout the week.

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