This was superb. I used orzo instead of the brown rice, and I added a very large sweet potato, in 1/2 inch cubes, and near the end put in 4 or 5 hands full of baby kale. Also I didn't precook the chicken; I used 2 raw breasts, in 1/2 inch cubes, and let the soup simmer them until done. The amount of spice/heat was perfect, just enough to taste but not be overwhelming. No additional salt needed. Spouse pronounced it best thing he'd ever eaten, as did a neighbor who I gave some to. Will definitely make again and again.