Ingredients

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1 tablespoon olive oil
1 Mirepoix Mix (from Trader Joes – alternatively ½ cup chopped, onion, celery, and carrot)
2 garlic cloves, minced
3 fresh thyme sprigs
2 quarts chicken stock or broth
1 cup brown rice
2 cups shredded cooked chicken (can use rotisserie chicken)
Kosher salt and cracked black pepper, to taste
Juice and zest from 1 lemon

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Instructions

Place a large pot over medium heat and add the olive oil. Add the onion, carrots, celery, garlic and thyme . Cook and stir until the vegetables are softened but not browned, about 5 minutes.

Pour in the chicken stock/broth and bring the soup to a simmer. Add in the rice and chicken; season with salt and pepper.

Cook over medium-low heat until the rice is tender, about 25-30 minutes. Add lemon juice and zest just before serving. Serve warm.