Description
Chicken Wild Rice Soup is a hearty and comforting dish perfect for chilly days. This creamy soup features tender chicken, earthy wild rice, and fresh vegetables, creating a warm embrace in a bowl. It’s simple to make, customizable, and sure to become a cherished family favorite for gatherings or cozy nights at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup wild rice blend
- 2 medium carrots (chopped)
- 2 celery stalks (chopped)
- 1 yellow onion (finely chopped)
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup half-and-half or whole milk
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- 1. Cook the chicken: Place chicken breasts in a pot with water or broth. Bring to a boil over medium heat until cooked through (15-20 minutes). Shred when cool.
- 2. Sauté vegetables: In another pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add onions, carrots, and celery; sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened.
- 3. Add garlic and seasonings: Stir in minced garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper; cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- 4. Mix in rice and broth: Pour in chicken broth and wild rice blend. Simmer on low heat for 30-40 minutes until rice is tender.
- 5. Combine ingredients: Add shredded chicken and cream/milk into the soup; mix well and adjust seasoning before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg