Rotisserie Chicken & Rice Soup

There’s something truly magical about a good Chicken & Rice Soup—it’s comforting, nourishing, and just what you need on a chilly evening. This version is a simple twist on the classic chicken noodle soup, swapping out the pasta for rice to create a hearty, wholesome bowl of goodness.

Using a store-bought roast chicken makes it effortless, and if you’ve got leftover rice in the fridge, even better—just adjust the cooking time and you’ve got a warm, satisfying meal in no time. Whether you’re feeling under the weather or just craving something cosy, this Chicken & Rice Soup is sure to hit the spot.

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Chicken & Rice Soup

Ingredients:

1.5 litres homemade chicken stock

500ml water

2 large garlic cloves, minced or crushed

1 cup diced brown onion

1 cup sliced carrot

1 cup sliced celery

1 bay leaf

1 Tbsp Avohaven Herbalisious salt (adjust to taste, depending on your stock)

½ Tbsp ground black pepper (or to taste)

½ tsp dried thyme

1 cup white rice (such as basmati)

1 cooked supermarket roast chicken

Instructions:

In a large stockpot, combine the chicken stock, water, garlic, onion, carrot, celery, bay leaf, salt, pepper, and thyme. Bring to a gentle boil over medium-high heat.

Rinse the rice under cold running water using a sieve to remove excess starch, which helps prevent it from becoming too sticky.

Add the rinsed rice to the pot, reduce the heat to a gentle simmer, cover, and cook for about 12 minutes or until the rice is tender.

While the rice is cooking, remove the meat from the roast chicken, discarding the skin and bones. Pull the chicken into shredded bite-sized pieces.

Once the rice is done, stir in the shredded chicken and let it heat through for 2–3 minutes.

Remove the bay leaf before serving.

Tips & Variations:

No rice? Swap it for your favourite noodles instead.

For a twist, experiment with different herbs such as fresh parsley, rosemary, or basil.

If you like a bit of heat, change the salt to Avohaven Chilli Garlic Salt and add a extra pinch of chilli flakes.