Chicken & Rice Soup

Supports: Hydration + gentle digestion + mineral replenishment during menstruation

Serves: 1 large bowl

Total Time: 20 minutes

Equipment: 

• Small saucepan (1–2 qt)

• Wooden spoon

• Knife and cutting board

Ingredients:

• 2 cups chicken bone broth
• ½ cup cooked shredded chicken
• ½ cup cooked white rice
• ¼ cup diced carrots
• ¼ cup diced celery
• ¼ tsp dried thyme
• ¼ tsp sea salt
• Fresh cracked pepper

Instructions:

1. Add broth, carrots, celery, thyme, and salt to saucepan.
2. Bring to gentle boil, then reduce to low.
3. Simmer 8–10 minutes until vegetables are tender.
4. Add shredded chicken and rice.
5. Simmer additional 5 minutes.
6. Adjust seasoning and serve warm.

Texture cue: Vegetables should be fork-tender but not mushy.

Why This Supports This Phase:

Warm broths support hydration and are easier to digest when cramps and inflammation are present. Rice provides steady carbohydrates to prevent energy dips. Collagen-rich broth may support gut lining and recovery.