Homemade Cozy Chicken Soup

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 8 cups chicken stock (2 cartons, 32 oz each)
• 1 cup jasmine or long-grain white rice
• 6 skinless, boneless chicken thighs (around 1.5 lbs)
• 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
• 3 celery stalks, diced small
• 1 medium onion, diced small
• 3 carrots, peeled and thinly sliced
• A sprinkle of black pepper and salt to taste
• 1/2 tsp of Italian blend herbs
• 1-2 tbsp of fresh parsley, chopped (optional for topping)