Chicken and Rice Soup

Step 1

Heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium heat, add the onions, carrot, and celery, and cook until tender, about 7-10 minutes.

Step 2

Add the garlic and thyme and cook until fragrant, about a minute.

Step 3

Add the broth, chicken, bay leaves and rice, bring to a boil, reduce the heat and simmer, covered until the chicken is cooked through and the rice is tender, about 20 minutes.

Step 4

Remove the chicken from the soup, slice or shred, and return it to the pot.

Step 5

Add the lemon juice and parsley before seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.