In short
This has about 26 g protein per serving, with 1 g fiber and 218 calories. It makes 2 servings and takes about 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- 6 oz boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 medium carrot, sliced
- 1/2 cup cooked white rice
Allergens: none of the major allergens listed on most products, but check your broth label. Check your own labels.
Method
- Bring the broth to a simmer and add the carrot and chicken.
- Cover and simmer gently for about 15 minutes, until the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Lift out the chicken, shred it and return it to the pot.
- Stir in the rice and heat through. Keep in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition per serving
| Protein | Calories | Fat | Carbs | Fiber |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 g | 218 kcal | 4 g | 20 g | 1 g |
An estimate, added up from USDA values for each ingredient by weight and rounded. Your brands and portions will differ. Salt, pepper and cooking losses are not counted.
A note on this recipe
The joint advisory names soups among options when appetite is low. See GLP-1 nausea and vomiting and what to eat on a GLP-1.
This is a recipe, not a treatment, and it won't suit everyone. If you have kidney disease, diabetes, a food allergy or a special diet, ask your prescriber or a dietitian.
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Questions people ask
How much protein is in chicken and rice soup?
About 26 g per serving, with about 218 calories and 1 g fiber. This is an estimate from USDA values, and your brands and portions will differ.
How long does chicken and rice soup keep?
Keep it in the fridge and use it within up to 3 days.
Can I freeze chicken and rice soup?
Yes, it freezes well, so you can keep small portions ready. Thaw and reheat until hot all the way through.
What allergens are in chicken and rice soup?
Allergens: none of the major allergens listed on most products, but check your broth label. Check your own labels.
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Useful tools
- USDA FoodData Central, SR Legacy: Chicken, broiler or fryers, breast, skinless, boneless, meat only, raw; Soup, chicken broth, low sodium, canned; Carrots, raw; Rice, white, long-grain, regular, enriched, cooked. Checked 2 November 2026.
- Mozaffarian D et al. Nutritional priorities to support GLP-1 therapy for obesity: a joint advisory. Am J Clin Nutr 2025;122(1):344-367.
- Cooking temperatures: FoodSafety.gov.