Warm up with this easy Crockpot chicken & rice soup recipe. Perfect for cozy nights, it delivers rich flavor and comfort in every bowl. 153 chars

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1 lb of boneless, skinless chicken breasts

1 cup of long-grain white rice

4 cups of low-sodium chicken broth

1 cup of diced carrots

1 cup of diced celery

1 small onion, finely chopped

3 cloves of minced garlic

1 teaspoon of dried thyme

1 teaspoon of dried rosemary

1/2 teaspoon of black pepper

1 teaspoon of salt

1 tablespoon of olive oil

1 tablespoon of lemon juice

Optional garnishes: fresh parsley, croutons, or a sprinkle of parmesan

Start by dicing your vegetables. Chop the carrots, celery, and onion into small, uniform pieces.

In your crockpot, place the chicken breasts at the bottom. Add the diced onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Layer up with the rice.

Pour in the chicken broth, ensuring it covers all your ingredients.

Sprinkle the thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper over everything. Drizzle the olive oil on top.

Cover your crockpot, set it on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.

About 30 minutes before you’re ready to eat, take out the chicken breasts and shred them with two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the soup.

Just before serving, add your tablespoon of lemon juice.

Serve hot, topped with your choice of fresh parsley or a sprinkle of parmesan.

A comforting and easy-to-make Crockpot Hearty Chicken and Rice Soup, perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends.

Keywords: crockpot chicken soup, hearty soup, chicken and rice, comfort food, easy dinner