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Ranch Chicken Rice Soup – While it may not be the usual season for soup, I enjoy it all year long. There’s something incredibly comforting about a steaming bowl of soup that can lift your spirits. This recipe is a favorite of mine, featuring all the classic comforting ingredients, with a delightful addition of Ranch seasoning that elevates its flavors!
Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 carrots, peeled and diced
- 2 ribs celery, diced
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 (1.0 oz.) package dry ranch seasoning mix
- 1 (10.75 oz.) can condensed cheddar cheese or cream of chicken soup
- 2/3 cup uncooked white rice
- 1 1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Bacon bits, for garnish (optional)
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
Instructions for Making Ranch Chicken Rice Soup
- In a large stock pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat and sauté the onion, carrot, and celery for 8-10 minutes, or until they are softened.
- Season the vegetables with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, Ranch seasoning, and paprika.
- Add the garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes, until fragrant. Then stir in the chicken broth and condensed soup.
- Mix in the chicken and rice, then bring the mixture to a boil. Lower the heat to a simmer, cover, and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the rice is fully cooked.
- Add bacon bits if desired, adjust seasoning to taste, and serve hot.
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