This easy, aromatic Ginger Chicken and Rice Soup comes together in just minutes thanks to a little help from the slow cooker.
It’s true: I am mildly obsessed with Asian soups. If you follow me on Instagram, that probably won’t come as any surprise. From Vietnamese Pho to 5 Minute Wonton, there is nothing more comforting to me this time of year than a warm, aromatic bowl of Asian soup.
Over the holidays we took a little day trip to Holland, Michigan where we stumbled upon a hole in the wall Thai restaurant that served the most flavorful ginger chicken soup. My boys slurped it up in minutes and I knew right away I would need to try and recreate it when I came home.
In continuation of my partnership with Kroger to celebrate life’s every day #LittleVictories, I decided to give the restaurant version a healthy makeover by swapping out white rice with Kroger’s 90 Second Microwavable Brown Rice. Packed with protein, fiber and minerals – it’s one of the easiest ways to boost the nutrition of any meal and couldn’t be easier.
A splash of fresh lime juice and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro is my favorite way to brighten up the flavor of this Slow Cooker Ginger Chicken and Rice Soup right before serving.
No forks required.
Crock Pot Ginger Chicken and Rice Soup
Ingredients
- 8 cups chicken broth (low sodium)
- 20 ounces chicken breasts (boneless skinless)
- 4 inch piece ginger root (cut in 1/2 inch slices)
- 4 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
- 1 bunch scallions (cut 1/2 inch pieces)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1 star anise pod
- 1/2 cinnamon stick
- 2 cups 90 Second Rice - whole grain brown rice
- cilantro to serve
Instructions
- Place all ingredients in the slow cooker with the exception of the brown rice and cilantro. Cook on Low for 8 hours or High for 4 hours.
- When you're ready to serve, use a pair of tongs to remove cooked chicken breasts from the broth mixture. Set aside in a bowl and use two forks to shred; set aside.
- Heat the Kroger 90 Second Rice in the microwave according to package instructions and divide evenly between four bowls. Next, add shredded chicken breasts to each bowl.
- Pour the remaining slow cooker broth mixture over a fine mesh strained placed over a soup pot. Discard the ginger, scallion and spices left in the strainer.
- Use a ladle to cover each bowl of chicken and rice with the ginger broth. Garnish with fresh cilantro to serve.
Crystal
I live in Holland and just got the soup from Thai Ave (new version of Thai Palace, which is closed.) I have always sworn this soup has healing powers, it’s perfect for when you’re sick! ;) I was looking for a way to make it at home and came across your recipe – and love that it was inspired by the same soup we love here! Thanks for posting this!
Liz DellaCroce
Oh yes I totally agree!!! so glad you enjoy!
Christy Allen
This is absolutely delicious!! My grandchildren ask me to make it over and over again. I have shared the recipe with many coworkers. They love it as well.
Liz DellaCroce
Oh I’m so happy to hear your family and friends love this soup!!!
Katie @The Semisweet Sisters
I was searching for a good ginger chicken soup recipe to make this weekend, so glad I found your recipe! I love how I can make it in my slow cooker, can’t wait to try it! Thanks!
Liz DellaCroce
Oh I hope you love it Katie!
celyn
oh yum this looks great! I can’t wait to try it out, thanks for sharing!
trucker pete
I take this soup as a base with me as I drive across the country
add the rice or noodles as I eat it
fresh seafood if I get to the coast
Liz DellaCroce
That’s such a great idea!!
Anna B
Came across this recipe as i sip ginger tea…. can’t wait to make it! If I just want to use regular rice, can I cook it along with everything else in the slow cooker, or should I add it at the end?
Liz DellaCroce
I would cook the rice separately and pour the soup on top. Otherwise it will get too soggy and puffed out. Enjoy!! :) PS: I love ginger tea!
Erin @ Miss Scrambled Egg
I definitely need to try this. I love ginger in anything. :)
Liz DellaCroce
You and me both!
mary d
this looks delicious and easy to make. yum!!
Liz DellaCroce
Love you!
Iiona V
I am all about ginger and garlic lately. I’m sure the hubs and I will really enjoy this, my kiddos have issues with “soups” so I make it chunky and remove the broth…
Liz DellaCroce
Good idea to make it kid friendly!
Claire
This sounds sooooooo good.
I love Asian soups. They make the perfect lunch, especially if you can use the slow cooker!
Yum!
Liz DellaCroce
You and me both!!!
Robin
After getting almost 3 feet of snow yesterday, this would be perfect. So easy and looks so delicious. Wish I had some fresh ginger.
Liz DellaCroce
It’s snowing as I type!! Stay warm Robin!
She Rocks Fitness
I love your obsession with soups lately…Keep those recipes coming! :)
Liz DellaCroce
hahah can you tell I live in Michigan?? :)
Taylor @ Food Faith Fitness
My hubby is OBSESSED with Pho! So I totally need to try making this for him! Pinned :)
Liz DellaCroce
Omg so am I!!! It’s pho good!!!
Liz
What a delicious way to warm up on a winter’s night! I’m a sucker for Asian soups, too!
Liz DellaCroce
They are simply the best!
Liz
Love this soup and it’s easy in a slow cooker. Thank you Liz and have a great day.
Liz DellaCroce
You too Liz!!
Jamie | Jamie's Recipes
What great flavors! I love the quick cook brown rice. It has saved me on many occasions!
Liz DellaCroce
Yes me too!! Such a life saver!
olivia - Primavera Kitchen
This looks beyond words good!
Liz DellaCroce
Thank you Olivia!!
Julia
Love this simple soup. The ginger is a great addition!
Liz DellaCroce
Thank you Julia! We need all the warmth we can get!
Aggie
This soup looks amazing! I love the flavor you have going on in there, and I wish it was dinner tonight :)
Liz DellaCroce
I hope you try it Aggie!!! So warm and cozy!
Emily
what restaurant was it? i live in grand rapids and am always looking for a new good thai place.
Liz DellaCroce
It was actually in Holland! Thai Palace – so good!
Gerry @ Foodness Gracious
The perfect comfort lunch for all of this snow, which is somewhere on the other side of the country I guess ;)
Liz DellaCroce
haha you hush!!! Lucky warm duck.
Nicole ~ Cooking for Keeps
There’s something about ginger that just screams comfort to me, and in soup form, well that’s the ultimate comfort.
Liz DellaCroce
Same here Nicole – I’m a ginger addict!
Christina @ The Beautiful Balance
I could not agree more I could east Asian soup for every meal of the day!
Liz DellaCroce
YES!! It’s so good!
Cookin Canuck
As soon as I saw this picture, a feeling of warmth crept over me. I would be so happy to curl up on the couch with a bowl of this soup.
Liz DellaCroce
I knew you’d like the ginger too!!
Amanda
This soup is rockin’ my world!!!
Liz DellaCroce
Thank you girl!
TidyMom
oh how I wish I had this for lunch today!! – I’ll be making gorgeous soup soon! pinned!
Liz DellaCroce
I hope you try it sometime Cheryl!
Cassie
I want to go to Holland so badly! It’s definitely on our list, and now so is this soup. First, you had me at ginger. Then I read the ingredient list and saw sesame oil. I am ALL about this one!
Liz DellaCroce
haha I love sesame oil too!! And Holland!! And you!! <3
Maryea {happy healthy mama}
I am all about ginger in everything right now, so this looks perfect! I love how easy this is, too.
Liz DellaCroce
Me too – I add it to everything!!