Heat a stock pot or Dutch oven on medium low heat and to it, add olive oil and butter. Sweat out onion, celery, and carrots until softened.
2. Step
Add apple and garlic, and saute until garlic is fragrant, about 1 minute.
3. Step
Add canned tomatoes, broths or stocks, and all spices/herbs. Bring to a boil and then reduce to a simmer for about 30 minutes,until all vegetables and the apples are nice and soft.
4. Step
Add in shredded chicken and rice and simmer for about 10 more minutes to let flavors blend.
