Chicken rice soup with green peas
4 servings
25 minutes
Chicken rice soup with green peas is a tender and aromatic dish of European cuisine, perfect for a cozy home lunch. Its roots trace back to traditional recipes where simple ingredients combine to create a harmonious flavor. Tender chicken breast, rich rice, and sweet green peas form a soft yet rich texture, while parmesan and fresh parsley add a special charm. Light yet nutritious, this soup warms on cool days and is great for restoring energy. The dish pairs well with crispy bread or croutons, and its balanced taste makes it a family favorite.
1
Boil the chicken in boiling water until cooked. Cool and cut into small pieces.
- Chicken breast: 250 g
2
Melt the butter in a pot and sauté the finely chopped onion for 5 minutes until soft. Blend half of the peas until smooth.
- Butter: 40 g
- Onion: 1 head
- Frozen green peas: 350 g
3
Add rice to the onion and mix. Pour in the broth and add all the peas and chicken.
- Risotto rice: 175 g
- Chicken broth: 1.2 l
- Frozen green peas: 350 g
- Chicken breast: 250 g
4
Bring to a boil, reduce the heat, and simmer uncovered for 20 minutes. Season with salt and sprinkle with parsley, Parmesan, and freshly ground black pepper.
- Chopped parsley: 2 tablespoons
- Grated Parmesan cheese: 4 tablespoons
