OR you can use: 1 cup diced cabbage and 1 cup radishes sauteed until soft
Instructions
In a large saucepan, melt oil/butter over medium heat. Stir in the onion, celery and saute for 5 minutes or until soft. Add the mushrooms and saute for 2 more minutes. Slowly add in the chicken broth, stirring constantly. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low.
Add the cream cheese. Allow to heat through, and whisk to incorporate the cream cheese.
Add the chicken, thyme, salt, curry powder, mustard powder, parsley and pepper. Let simmer for 1 hour. Stir in crunchy "rice" options.