Southwestern Cream of Chicken and Rice Soup

Southwestern Cream of Chicken and Rice Soup

When you’re feeling a little down and soup sounds really good, then maybe you’ll want to make this one.  Full of antioxidant-rich red peppers, garlic and onion as well as protein-rich chicken, you’ll be feeling good in no time.  I added the brown rice for fiber plus additional nutrients because when you’re under the weather, it’s best to load up on some extra vitamins and minerals. Fluids are yet another must-have when trying to beat the bug, and soups count as part of your daily fluid intake.

Be patient with this soup. It is not a quick-to-fix, but doesn’t take all day either.  Just let the rice and vegetables soften, the flavors meld together then stir in the cooked chicken, fat-free half and half, reduced-fat cream cheese and cilantro for the final texture and flavor enhancers.  So good and so good for you!

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