Prep15 m Cook2 h 10 m Ready In2 h 25 m Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the onion, celery and carrots and saute for 5 minutes. Add the mushrooms and saute for 2 more minutes. Then add the flour and stir well. Gradually pour in the chicken broth, stirring constantly, until all has been added. Bring just to a boil, reduce heat to low and let simmer. Next, add the rice, chicken, salt, curry powder, mustard powder, parsley, ground black pepper, almonds and sherry. Allow to heat through, then pour in the half-and-half. Let simmer for 1 to 2 hours. (Note: Do not boil or your roux will break.) You might also like Catherine's Spicy Chicken Soup This delicious soup takes a little time but is oh so worth it. Awesome Chicken Noodle Soup See how to make an amazing homemade chicken noodle soup. How to Make Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup Watch Chef John make a simple, soothing chicken noodle soup. Get the magazine Get a full year for just $7.99! Cook 5-star weekday dinners every time. Prep15 m Cook2 h 10 m Ready In2 h 25 m Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the onion, celery and carrots and saute for 5 minutes. Add the mushrooms and saute for 2 more minutes. Then add the flour and stir well. Gradually pour in the chicken broth, stirring constantly, until all has been added. Bring just to a boil, reduce heat to low and let simmer. Next, add the rice, chicken, salt, curry powder, mustard powder, parsley, ground black pepper, almonds and sherry. Allow to heat through, then pour in the half-and-half. Let simmer for 1 to 2 hours. (Note: Do not boil or your roux will break.) You might also like Catherine's Spicy Chicken Soup This delicious soup takes a little time but is oh so worth it. Awesome Chicken Noodle Soup See how to make an amazing homemade chicken noodle soup. How to Make Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup Watch Chef John make a simple, soothing chicken noodle soup. Get the magazine Get a full year for just $7.99! Cook 5-star weekday dinners every time. You might also like Catherine's Spicy Chicken Soup This delicious soup takes a little time but is oh so worth it. Awesome Chicken Noodle Soup See how to make an amazing homemade chicken noodle soup. How to Make Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup Watch Chef John make a simple, soothing chicken noodle soup. You might also like