Description
Indulge in the warmth of creamy chicken wild rice soup, a comforting dish perfect for chilly evenings. This delightful soup features tender chicken, hearty wild rice, and a rich, velvety broth that wraps you in coziness. With its inviting aroma and creamy texture, it’s a family favorite that’s easy to prepare. Whether you’re huddled on the couch or entertaining guests, this soup is sure to please.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1 cup wild rice
- 2 medium carrots, chopped
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat a large pot over medium heat. Add a drizzle of olive oil.
- Sauté onions, carrots, and celery until softened.
- Stir in garlic and diced chicken; cook until chicken is golden brown.
- Add wild rice and chicken broth; bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for about 45 minutes until rice is tender.
- Stir in cream, thyme, bay leaf, salt, and pepper; simmer for an additional 10 minutes.
- Serve hot in cozy bowls.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 80mg