Crock Pot Chicken and Rice Soup

Name: Crock Pot Chicken and Rice Soup
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 h
Total time: 5 h 10 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil; 4 medium carrots (peeled and 1/4-inch diced, about 2 1/2 cups); 3 medium celery stalks (1/4-inch diced, about 2/3 cup); 1/2 medium yellow onion (diced, about 1/2 cup); 2 cloves garlic (minced); 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1 cup brown rice; 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs; 6–8 cups chicken stock (divided (be sure to use regular chicken stock, not unsalted, or chicken broth)); 1 bay leaf; 6 sprigs fresh thyme (plus additional for serving); 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (or more to taste (optional))

Instructions

Prep:10minCook:5h

Crock Pot Chicken and Rice Soup. With brown rice, tender chicken, fresh vegetables and a touch of lemon, this healthy soup is easy, hearty and comforting!

Updated at: Tue, 30 Dec 2025 03:15:30 GMT