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 ½ inch slices
- 4 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
- 1 bunch scallions cut ½ inch pieces
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- 1 star anise pod
- ½ 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.
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!