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Crock Pot Ginger Chicken and Rice Soup

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This easy, aromatic Ginger Chicken and Rice Soup comes together in just minutes thanks to a little help from the slow cooker.

Slow Cooker Ginger Chicken and Rice Soup - The Lemon Bowl

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.

Slow Cooker Asian Chicken and Rice Soup - The Lemon Bowl

I decided to give the restaurant version of this a healthy makeover by swapping out white rice with 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.

Slow Cooker Ginger Chicken and Rice Soup - The Lemon Bowl

Crock Pot Ginger Chicken and Rice Soup

4.25 stars average
This easy, aromatic Ginger Chicken and Rice Soup comes together in just minutes thanks to a little help from the slow cooker.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes
Serves4
CourseSoup
Calories270

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
  • ½ teaspoon pepper
  • 1 star anise pod
  • ½ cinnamon stick
  • 2 cups 90 Second Rice – whole grain brown rice
  • cilantro to serve

Instructions
 

  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. Heat the 90 Second Rice in the microwave according to package instructions and divide evenly between four bowls. Next, add shredded chicken breasts to each bowl.
  4. 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.
  5. Use a ladle to cover each bowl of chicken and rice with the ginger broth. Garnish with fresh cilantro to serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 270kcalCarbohydrates: 18.5gProtein: 34.8gFat: 7.1gSaturated Fat: 0.7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6.4gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 994mgFiber: 1g

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56 responses to “Crock Pot Ginger Chicken and Rice Soup”

  1. Iiona V Avatar
    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…

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      Good idea to make it kid friendly!

  2. Claire Avatar
    Claire

    This sounds sooooooo good.
    I love Asian soups. They make the perfect lunch, especially if you can use the slow cooker!
    Yum!

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      You and me both!!!

  3. Robin Avatar
    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.

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      It’s snowing as I type!! Stay warm Robin!

  4. She Rocks Fitness Avatar
    She Rocks Fitness

    I love your obsession with soups lately…Keep those recipes coming! :)

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      hahah can you tell I live in Michigan?? :)

  5. Taylor @ Food Faith Fitness Avatar
    Taylor @ Food Faith Fitness

    My hubby is OBSESSED with Pho! So I totally need to try making this for him! Pinned :)

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      Omg so am I!!! It’s pho good!!!

  6. Liz Avatar
    Liz

    What a delicious way to warm up on a winter’s night! I’m a sucker for Asian soups, too!

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      They are simply the best!

  7. Liz Avatar
    Liz

    Love this soup and it’s easy in a slow cooker. Thank you Liz and have a great day.

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      You too Liz!!

  8. Jamie | Jamie's Recipes Avatar
    Jamie | Jamie’s Recipes

    What great flavors! I love the quick cook brown rice. It has saved me on many occasions!

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      Yes me too!! Such a life saver!

  9. olivia - Primavera Kitchen Avatar
    olivia – Primavera Kitchen

    This looks beyond words good!

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      Thank you Olivia!!

  10. Julia Avatar
    Julia

    Love this simple soup. The ginger is a great addition!

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      Thank you Julia! We need all the warmth we can get!