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Lemon Sesame Chicken and Rice Soup

Large Family Slow Cooker Lemon Sesame Chicken and Rice Soup

Jamerrill Stewart
When you need a warm, comforting meal, make this Large Family Slow Cooker Lemon Sesame Chicken and Rice Soup.  Serve it with a side of crispy buttered bread that you can dip it into. 
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 7 hours

Ingredients
  

  • 6 to 8 boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 2 teaspoons dried thyme leaves
  • 2 cups diced carrots
  • 1 onion diced
  • 2 stalks celery diced
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder or 8 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 3 bay leaves
  • 6 cups chicken stock
  • 1 lemon zest and juice
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce4 to 5 cups cooked rice
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Instructions
 

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  • Place all ingredients EXCEPT the cooked rice into the slow cooker.
  • Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours.
  • Remove the lid and shred the chicken or cut it into bite-size pieces. Return the chicken to the slow cooker and add the rice. Stir together. Adjust seasonings if desired.

Notes

 
How to freeze:  Place all ingredients EXCEPT the rice in an airtight container or freezer bag. Freeze up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight. Transfer ingredients to the prepared slow cooker and follow the directions about to cook.