Instructions

  1. Put oil in large stockpot.
  2. Add chopped onion and saute for 3-4 minutes.
  3. Add chopped cooked chicken.
  4. Add the next 7 ingredients and cook on medium for 20 minutes.
  5. Add chopped carrots and continue cooking for 15 minutes.
  6. Add rice and heat through.
  7. If you prefer a thicker type soup, combine the optional ingredients to form a paste and add to soup mixture.
  8. Bring back to a slow boil.
  9. Remove bay leaf.