MAKEOVER CURRIED CHICKEN RICE SOUP

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This lighter version of a family-favorite soup boasts all the hearty texture, warm comfort and delicious flavor of the original, but less than half the fat and a fifth of the calories! That's a difference to savor! -Rebecca Cook, Helotes, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 11 servings (2-3/4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup butter, cubed
2 large carrots, finely chopped
2 celery ribs, finely chopped
1 small onion, finely chopped
3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon seasoned salt
1 teaspoon curry powder
2 cans (12 ounces each) fat-free evaporated milk
1 cup half-and-half cream
4-1/2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
3 cups cubed cooked chicken breast
2 cups cooked brown rice

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, melt butter. Add the carrots, celery and onion; saute for 2 minutes. Sprinkle with flour; stir until blended. Stir in seasoned salt and curry. Gradually add milk and cream. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened., Gradually add broth. Stir in chicken and rice; return to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes or until vegetables are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 263 calories, Fat 8g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 54mg cholesterol, Sodium 524mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 20g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

kitso molale
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I love the creamy texture of this soup. It's so comforting and satisfying.


Zina Badr
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


rabbitsniper 695
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I'm not a big fan of curry, but I really enjoyed this soup. The flavors were subtle and well-balanced.


Yosr Jemail
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This soup is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. The flavors are amazing!


FRANK KENNEDY
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I love that this soup is so versatile. I can add different vegetables or proteins to it, depending on what I have on hand.


jefferson mavoungou
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This is a great soup for a cold winter day. It's hearty and filling, and it always warms me up.


Shantiram Neupane
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I've made this soup several times, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love the creamy texture and the flavorful broth.


Hirut mulugeta Adugna
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This is my new favorite soup recipe! It's so easy to make, and it's always a hit with my guests.


Shehri tiwana
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This was a great recipe! I made it for my family, and they all loved it.


S.I Sayhan
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my soup turned out too watery. I think I might have added too much broth.


Mariella Cialdini
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I found this soup to be a bit bland. I think it could have used more spices.


James Upshaw
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This soup was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. I think next time I'll use less curry powder.


Frank Velasco
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This soup was easy to make and very flavorful. I will definitely be making it again.


Makiah Humphrey
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I'm not a huge fan of curry, but I really enjoyed this soup. The flavors were well-balanced, and the soup wasn't too spicy.


Omobude A. Barnabas
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This soup is a great way to warm up on a cold day. It's also very easy to make, and it's a great way to use up leftover chicken.


Abdullah Malikzada
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I love this soup! It's so creamy and flavorful, and the chicken is cooked to perfection. I always add a little extra ginger and garlic to give it a bit of a kick.


Antony Tshuma
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This was my first time making curried chicken rice soup, and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow, and the soup was flavorful and satisfying.


Mwadi Ilunga
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I've made this soup several times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends. It's so easy to make, and the results are always amazing.


PAUL BIDDUYT
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This soup was absolutely delicious! The flavors were complex and well-balanced, and the chicken was cooked perfectly. I followed the recipe exactly, and it turned out great.