Turkey Rice Soup
This creamy turkey rice soup is warm, soothing, and full of that homemade comfort you crave after the holidays. It turns shredded turkey into a cozy bowl that feels rich and satisfying. This leftover turkey soup is the kind of easy, homemade recipe that always hits the spot on chilly nights or when you want a simple turkey and rice soup that tastes like it simmered all day.
Equipment
- Dutch oven or large soup pot
- Wooden spoon or ladle
- Cutting board and knife
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 8 ounces mushrooms sliced
- 2 medium carrots diced small
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1 cup long-grain white rice uncooked
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups cooked turkey shredded
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh thyme for Garnish
Instructions
- Heat the butter and olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the diced onion, minced garlic, sliced mushrooms, and diced carrots.
- Cook for 6 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms brown lightly and the carrots begin to soften. Add the dried thyme and dried parsley, and cook for 1 minute.
- Pour in the uncooked long-grain rice and stir to combine with the vegetables. Add the chicken broth and mix everything together.
- Bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 15 to 18 minutes, or until the rice is tender and fully cooked.
- Stir in the shredded turkey and pour in the heavy cream. Let the soup warm through for 3 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the texture becomes creamy.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste. If the soup thickens, add a splash of broth to loosen the consistency. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh thyme and black pepper before serving.
Notes
- Turkey breast, turkey tenderloin, or leftover roast turkey all work well.
- Add a splash of broth if the soup thickens as it sits.
- For a richer texture, simmer uncovered for a few minutes after adding the cream.
