Portuguese Chicken and Rice Soup

If you're looking for comfort food, this flavorful Portuguese chicken and rice soup is perfect for you! ! This is one of my favorite recipes, it practically cooks itself and is so delicious!

Homemade chicken soups have always been present in our lives. I remember when I was a child my grandmother or my mother making this chicken rice soup recipe. The smell of the soup flowing through the kitchen to the entire house was amazing, what good memories! I still make this soup like my grandmother used to, but you can add some extra ingredients like fresh herbs, carrot or even make this recipe with chicken breasts.

It's often said that the simplest recipes are often the tastiest and, in most cases, it's true. For this recipe, you don't need fancy ingredients to make a creamy Portuguese chicken soup, just 6 simple ingredients such as chicken pieces, water, onion, coriander, rice and salt are enought to make a healthy soup full of flavors.

I have a few other creamy soup ideas that I think you'll love, including this Creamy watercress and spinach soup, Red bean soup with pasta and chouriço and Portuguese green soup recipe.

HOW TO MAKE PORTUGUESE CHICKEN AND RICE SOUP

Step 1: In a large pot, add the chicken and season with salt, coriander and onion cut into pieces. Pour the water and boil over high heat.

Step 2: When it starts to boil, reduce to medium-high heat and simmer for about one hour.

Step 3: Add the rice and season with a little more salt. Stir and cook the rice for 10 to 12 minutes.

Step 4: Turn off the heat and serve (before serving, we often season this soup with a few drops of lemon juice).

RECIPE TIPS

1. We usually use long-grain rice or medium-grain rice but you can use another type of rice. Long-grain rice is looser while medium-grain rice is creamier and absorbs all the flavors.
2. Rice cooking time: about 10 to 12 minutes for long-grain rice and 13 to 15 minutes for medium-grain rice.

3. If you prefer, you can add fresh parsley or fresh thyme instead of coriander.

4. For a tender chicken, cook this soup over medium-low heat.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How long does it takes to cook rice?
The rice cooking time may vary depending on the type of rice and cooking method. For long grain rice, 10 to 12 minutes and about 13 to 15 minutes for medium grain rice.

Note: The cooking time is after boiling. After boiling, cook the rice over low heat.

Can I store in the refrigerator?
Yes, you can store this Portuguese rice soup in the refrigerator! Let the soup cool to room temperature and store in an airtight container. You can store the rice in the fridge for about 3 days. Beyond this time frame, it might start losing its taste and texture.

Can I make this recipe with boneless skinless chicken breasts?
Yes, you can! Cut the chicken breasts into small pieces (the cooking time may change slightly). If you thinking of making this soup with chicken breast, add a drizzle of olive oil before serving.

Can I make this Portuguese rice soup with carrots?
Absolutely! Cut the carrots into small pieces or slices.

Portuguese Chicken and Rice Soup

This healthy and comforting Portuguese Chicken and Rice Soup is super easy to make! Rice and tender chicken pieces, cooked in a flavorful broth!

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by Pedro Barbosa
Category:Chicken, Recipes, Rice, Soups, Traditional Portuguese recipes, Videos
Cuisine: Portuguese
Difficulty: Easy
Servings: 4
Prep Time:5 m
Cook Time:1:15 h
Total Time:1:20 h
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INGREDIENTS
• 800 grams (1 3/4 pounds) chicken cut into pieces
• 2 liters (8 cups) water
• Coriander (to taste)
• 200 grams (1 cup) Long-grain rice or medium-grain rice
• 1 medium onion
• Salt (to taste)
INSTRUCTIONS
1. In a large soup pot, add the chicken and season with salt, coriander and onion cut into pieces. Pour the water and boil over medium-high heat.
2. When it starts to boil, reduce to medium heat and simmer for about one hour.
3. Add the rice and season with a little more salt. Stir and cook the rice for 10 to 12 minutes.
4. Turn off the heat and serve.
Portuguese Chicken and Rice Soup
Nutrition facts
Serves 4
Per Serving:
% DAILY VALUE
Calories 500
Total Fat 6.5 g(8%)
Saturated Fat 2 g(9%)
Cholesterol 154 mg(51%)
Sodium 184 mg(8%)
Total Carbohydrate 43.5 g(16%)
Protein 62 g