Treat yourself with this Healthy Aromatic Chicken and Rice Soup! It is cozy yet light and brimming with umami flavor from the oyster and soy sauce. This homemade soup is packed with fresh ginger, garlic, sweet potatoes, chicken, and rice for a well-rounded and flavorful meal. Easy and delicious, this wholesome soup is perfect for cooler nights!
To make this soup, start by sautéing some shallots until starting to brown. Add the rice and stir for 2 minutes before adding the garlic, ginger, and water. Simmer until the rice begins to swell, then add the sweet potato rounds and continue to simmer until the rice and potatoes are tender. Add the chicken followed by fresh lime juice, soy and oyster sauce. Season and serve in bowls garnished with fresh cilantro leaves and toasted sesame oil for extra flavor! If you’re planning to enjoy this soup leftover, reheat and add a little water to thin and make the rice and chicken soupy again.
To make the Healthy Aromatic Chicken and Rice Soup, you will need the following ingredients:
In a Dutch oven or soup pot over medium heat, heat 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil. Add 1 thinly sliced shallot and sauté for about 5 minutes until starting to brown.
Add ⅓ cup rice and stir while cooking for 2 minutes.
Stir in 4 finely chopped cloves garlic, matchsticks of ginger, and 8 cups water. Add in 1 teaspoon salt and bring to a boil.
Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, uncovered, stirring occasionally, for about 8–10 minutes or until the rice has started to expand.
Add 2 small sweet potatoes and simmer over medium-low heat, uncovered, stirring occasionally, for about 15 minutes until the soup is thickened and potatoes and rice are tender.
Add 2 cups cooked and shredded chicken and cook for 2 minutes to heat through.
Stir in 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice, 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce, and 1 tablespoon oyster sauce. Season with salt.
To serve, divide the soup among bowls. Top with fresh cilantro, a drizzle of toasted sesame oil, and a grind or two of fresh black pepper. Enjoy!
This delicious and Healthy Aromatic Chicken and Rice Soup is a nourishing, wholesome soup brimming with umami flavor. Try it out as the temperature dips this season, and please come back to leave a comment below with your thoughts.
Superb soup, simple and delish! Made it for family.
Yummy! My family loved it. I made it after a chilly day outside, and it was the perfect comfort food. The flavors are amazing and it's so simple to make.
¡Delicioso, simplemente increíble!
What a top-notch recipe! I whipped this up for a cozy night in with the hubby, and he couldn't stop raving about it. The fresh taste of ginger made me feel all warm inside. It's super simple too! Definitely gonna be in regular rotation when the weather cools down. Cheers for sharing! 🌟
Superb, so warming!
Delicioso! Esta sopa se ha convertido en la favorita de mi familia. Recuerdo una noche fría y todos disfrutamos de este plato abrigador juntos.
This soup warms my soul! Made it during winter vibes.
Wahou, cette soupe au poulet et riz est incroyable! J'adore comment les saveurs de gingembre et d'ail se mélangent. La première fois que je l'ai faite, j'ai invité mes amis, et tout le monde a adoré. C'est tellement simple mais tellement bon. Parfait pour ces soirées fraîches, je suis trop fière de l'avoir faite!
Loved it!
Yo, this Healthy Aromatic Chicken and Rice Soup is legit! Made it on a chilly night after a long day. The garlic and ginger hit just right. My friends were blown away by the flavor! Cheers to cozy vibes and easy cooking. Totally a keeper!
Cozy vibes on cold nights
Absolutely love this soup! It warmed my heart on a chilly night. So simple to make and taste great with fresh lime. Definitely making it again soon!
Simply the best!
Absolutely delicious soup!
This soup is simply great. My family loved it, especially on a chilly night. Will make again for sure
