Ingredients
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 large white onion, diced
2 medium carrots, diced
2 ribs celery, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
8 cups chicken stock
1 pound (about 3 cups) cooked chicken, diced or shredded
1 cup white long-grain rice
¼ cup Frank’s hot sauce (or more to taste)
½ cup (4 ounces) cream cheese
Fine sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper
Toppings: crumbled blue cheese or shredded cheddar, sliced green onions, crumbled bacon bits
Instructions
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Sauté the Veggies: Heat olive oil in a large stockpot over medium-high heat. Add onion and sauté for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in carrots, celery, and garlic, cooking 2–3 minutes more until fragrant.
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Simmer the Soup: Add chicken stock, shredded chicken, rice, and hot sauce. Stir to combine. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until rice is tender.
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Melt the Cream Cheese: Add the cream cheese and stir until fully melted and smooth. Adjust consistency by adding extra stock if the soup is too thick.
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Season to Taste: Taste the soup, then season with salt, pepper, or additional hot sauce depending on your spice preference.
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Serve Warm: Ladle into bowls and garnish generously with bacon bits, scallions, and cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes