Low Sodium Chicken and Rice Soup

Ingredients:

1 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil

1 Medium white onion (chopped)

2 Large carrots (chopped)

2 Celery sticks (chopped)

Half of a red pepper (chopped)

2 Boxes of low sodium chicken broth (you can substitute if you want to make your own broth)

1 Cup water

1 Cup white rice

1 Cup shredded cooked chicken

1 Tsp Basil flakes

1 Tsp Parsley Flakes

Pinch of salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

Place a large pot on medium heat and add the olive oil. Add onion, carrots, celery, and red pepper. Cook for 5 minutes, until the vegetables are softened. Stir occasionally to avoid burning or browning of the vegetables.

Add the chicken broth and water to the pot and bring to a boil. Add in the rice, chicken, and seasonings.

Cook on medium heat for 20-30 minutes until the rice is tender.

Serve and Enjoy!