Comforting Chicken Rice and Cream of Mushroom Soup

Ingredients

• 2 cups long-grain white rice
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 cup mushrooms, sliced (cremini or button)
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• Optional: Fresh parsley, for garnish