Description

Warm up with hearty Chicken and Wild Rice Soup, a comforting, rich, and creamy blend of tender chicken, nutty wild rice, and fresh vegetables. Perfect for cozy nights and satisfying meals, this soup offers a wholesome, protein-packed dish with balanced flavors and textures all cooked in one pot for easy preparation and minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

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Protein

1 lb chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces

Grains

3/4 cup wild rice blend

Vegetables

1 cup chopped carrots
1 cup chopped celery
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced

Liquids

6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
3/4 cup heavy cream or milk

Fats & Oils

2 tablespoons butter or olive oil

Herbs & Seasonings

1 teaspoon thyme (fresh or dried)
2 tablespoons fresh parsley (or 1 tablespoon dried)
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste

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Instructions

Sauté the Aromatics: Heat butter or olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onions, garlic, celery, and carrots. Cook until softened and fragrant, about 5-7 minutes, building a flavorful base for the soup.
Cook the Chicken: Add the bite-sized chicken pieces to the pot. Brown them lightly on the outside while not fully cooking through to seal in the juices and add depth of flavor, about 5 minutes.
Add Broth and Wild Rice: Pour in the chicken broth and add the wild rice blend. Stir to combine, then bring the mixture to a simmer. Cover the pot and cook for 40-45 minutes until the wild rice is tender and the chicken is fully cooked.
Stir in Cream and Herbs: Reduce heat to low. Stir in the heavy cream or milk until fully incorporated for a velvety texture. Add thyme and parsley, then season with salt and pepper to taste.
Final Simmer: Let the soup simmer gently for another 5 minutes to marry the flavors and slightly thicken. Adjust seasoning if needed before serving.

Notes

Use a wild rice blend mixing wild rice with white or brown rice to shorten cooking time and improve texture.
Check rice periodically to prevent overcooking and mushiness.
Shred leftover cooked chicken to add into the soup for easy meal prep.
Simmer gently on low heat to develop richer flavors without breaking down ingredients excessively.
Add cream last to prevent curdling and maintain a silky smooth texture.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Category: Soups
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 280 kcal
Sugar: 3 g
Sodium: 600 mg
Fat: 12 g
Saturated Fat: 5 g
Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 22 g
Fiber: 3 g
Protein: 22 g
Cholesterol: 65 mg