Dreamy Thick & Creamy Chicken 'n' Rice Soup

Makes 8 - 10 servings

This hearty soup is sure to fill you up and warm you up on a cold night! Feel free to add or omit any vegetables to suit your preference.

ingredients

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1. In a large pot over medium heat, combine broth, water and chicken. Bring just to boiling, then stir in rice, reserving seasoning packet. Cover and remove from heat.
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2. In a small bowl, combine salt, pepper and flour. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt 1/2 cup butter. Stir in contents of seasoning packet until mixture is bubbly. Reduce heat to low, then stir in flour mixture by tablespoons, to form a roux (it will get very thick). Whisk in cream, a little at a time, until fully incorporated and smooth. Cook until thickened, 5 minutes.
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3. Stir cream mixture into broth and rice. Cook over medium heat until heated through, 10 to 15 minutes.
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4. Meanwhile, saute onion in 1 tbsp. butter until tender. Remove from heat.
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5. Put carrots in a microwave-safe dish and cover with water. Microwave for 3 minutes or until carrots are tender, but slighly crunchy. Drain and add to soup mixture with onions and celery.