Last Updated on February 19, 2025
Cozy up with a bowl of Lemon Chicken & Rice Soup! Tender chicken, hearty rice, and fresh spinach simmer in a rich bone broth, infused with garlic, ginger, and zesty lemon for the perfect balance of comfort and freshness. Light yet satisfying, this soup is pure warmth in every spoonful!
Lemon Chicken & Rice Soup
This Lemon Chicken & Rice Soup is pure comfort in a bowl! Tender shredded chicken, hearty rice, and fresh spinach simmer in a rich bone broth, infused with garlic, ginger, and a bright splash of lemon. Warm, nourishing, and packed with flavor—every spoonful is pure coziness!
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Servings: 6
Ingredients
- 1 lb ButcherBox Chicken Breast
- 2 bottles ButcherBox Chicken Bone Broth
- 1/2 tbsp ButcherBox Anything Seasoning
- 4 stalks celery diced
- 2 large carrots diced
- 2 2 cloves garlic minced (or 2 frozen garlic cubes)
- 1 inch ginger peeled & minced (or 2 frozen ginger cubes)
- 1 cup uncooked rice
- 2 cups spinach
- 2 lemons juiced + more for topping
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Fresh thyme for topping (Optional)
Instructions
Preparation
- Dice celery and carrots. Mince garlic and ginger.
- Juice the lemons and set aside.
- Season chicken breasts with ButcherBox Anything Seasoning.
How to Cook
- Heat olive oil and butter in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add chicken and cook for 3-5 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Add diced celery, carrots, ButcherBox Bone Broth, 6 cups of water, garlic, and ginger. Bring to a boil and cook for 5 minutes or until chicken is fully cooked.
- Remove chicken from the pot and add the rice. Boil for about 8 minutes or until the rice is soft.
- Using two forks, shred the chicken, then return it to the pot.
- Remove from heat, stir in spinach and lemon juice, and season with salt and pepper.
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Erika Fox is a food content creator and culinary storyteller known for her approachable, flavor-packed recipes. Through her platform, Eat With Erika, she shares delicious meals, cooking tips, and vibrant food experiences that inspire home cooks to bring creativity and joy to their kitchens.
