This Curry Chicken and Rice Soup Recipe is a delicious twist on an old classic! It’s quick and easy to make and totally a family friendly meal.
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Several years ago my sister-in-law made this Curry Chicken and Rice Soup for one of the dinners at our family cabin weekend and it was a total hit!
We loved how cozy it was. And though it’s filling, it’s not too heavy, which is perfect for a weekend of doing a lot of nothing!
And while I still love traditional chicken and rice soup, I really enjoy the unique sweet and savory flavor combination that the curry gives to this recipe. Such a fun twist!
I often serve it with my Classic French Bread and a salad for a totally easy, satisfying meal that the whole family loves
Watch Video: Learn How to Make This Recipe
Chicken Curry Soup Ingredients
- Large carrots. I love using this tool to dice veggies quickly.
- Celery. Optional, but great to add if you like it.
- Onion. This should be finely diced.
- Butter. Salted or unsalted is fine.
- Flour. Just simple all-purpose works great.
- Seasoned salt. You can easily make your own if you don’t have any on hand.
- Curry powder. Use mild or hot, which you prefer.
- Milk. Whole milk will make it the creamiest, but any dairy milk will be fine. You could also use coconut milk if you prefer.
- Chicken broth. You can use store-bought or make my homemade chicken broth.
- Chicken. Cooked and cubed.
- Rice. I love basmati or jasmine rice but any rice should work okay.
- Salt. Only add the salt if you feel the soup needs it before serving.
How To Make Easy Chicken Curry Soup with Rice
STEP 1: Saute the celery, carrots, and onion in a large skillet with butter until softened.
STEP 2: Mix in the flour, seasoned salt, and curry powder. Stir until smooth.
STEP 3: Pour in the milk gradually while stirring, continue to cook while it thickens.
STEP 4: Add the chicken broth, cooked chicken, and cooked rice. Stir occasionally and warm over low to medium-low heat.
FAQ & Expert Tips
- Storing and freezing. Store in an airtight container for 3 days in the refrigerator or freeze in a Ziploc bag for two months. To reheat the soup, place it in a saucepan and heat on low until it’s warm completely through.
- Tip for using curry. Curry powders vary so much in how hot and spicy they are. The brand that I use is pretty mild, so I always add more than 1 teaspoon. But if you have a spicier variety, you may want to err on the side of caution. It’s always easy to add more if you want it!
- Making ahead of time. If you want to get a head start on making the soup, chop the veggies in advance so you can just pour them in.
- Chicken. For a quicker meal, use canned chicken or rotisserie chicken.
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Creamy Curry Chicken and Rice Soup
Ingredients
- 2 large carrots, diced (link in Notes for the tool I love to use to dice veggies quickly)
- 2 celery ribs, diced (optional)
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 3/4 cup butter
- 3/4 cup flour
- 1 tsp. seasoned salt
- 1/2-1 tsp. curry powder (or more to taste)
- 4 1/2 cups milk
- 4 cups chicken broth (link in Notes for Homemade Chicken Broth recipe)
- 2 to 3 cups cooked chicken, cubed
- 2 cups cooked rice
- salt if needed
Instructions
- In large saucepan, saute carrots, celery and onion in butter until soft.
- Add flour, seasoned salt and curry powder and stir until smooth.
- Gradually add milk; stir and cook until thickened.
- Add chicken broth, chicken and rice. Cook over low to medium low heat until hot, stirring occasionally.
Notes
- Curry powders vary so much in how hot and spicy they are. The brand that I use is pretty mild and so I always add more than 1 tsp. But if you have a spicier variety, you may want to err on the side of caution. It’s always easy to add more if you want it!
- Tool for quickly dicing veggies
- Homemade Chicken Broth
Joanie
So much flavor! I love this twist on traditional chicken and rice soup. My family can’t wait for me to make it again!
ThriftyFrugalMom
It makes me so happy to hear that you all loved it, Joanie! 🙂
Christina
This recipe is perfect for chilly fall days! So warm and comforting!
ThriftyFrugalMom
Yes, comforting, for sure!
Melina
I have never tried curried chicken soup, but your looks amazing!! Always looking for more recipes for chicken soup!
ThriftyFrugalMom
Thanks, Melina! It’s always nice to have a variety of soup recipes to keep the menu interesting. 🙂
emman damian
This Curry Chicken rice looks so good and yummy! I would like to try this soon!
ThriftyFrugalMom
Hope you enjoy it, Emman!
Carrie
Such a nourishing, comforting recipe for cold winter nights! I need a batch of this!
ThriftyFrugalMom
Lucky for you, it’s easy to make so you should have no trouble whipping up a batch! 😉
Michelle Knight
I love chicken and rice soup, and this sounds like a delicious twist!
ThriftyFrugalMom
Me too! And it is a delicious twist for sure.