This creamy chicken and wild rice soup is a comforting dish that combines tender chicken, hearty wild rice, and a rich, creamy broth. It’s perfect for chilly days and is sure to satisfy your hunger.
The recipe is simple to follow and can be made in one pot, making cleanup easy. You can customize it with your favorite vegetables or herbs to enhance the flavor.
Delicious Chicken and Wild Rice Soup
This soup features succulent chicken pieces and nutty wild rice simmered in a creamy broth with vegetables like carrots and celery. The recipe takes about 50 minutes from start to finish and serves 6 people.
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
- 1 cup wild rice, rinsed
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery, and sauté until softened (about 5-7 minutes).
- Cook Chicken: Add the diced chicken and minced garlic to the pot. Cook until the chicken is no longer pink (about 5-6 minutes).
- Add Rice and Broth: Stir in the wild rice, chicken broth, and dried thyme. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer for 30-35 minutes, or until the rice is tender.
- Add Cream: Stir in the heavy cream and season with salt and pepper. Heat through for another 5 minutes.
- Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped parsley if desired. Enjoy hot!
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 6 bowls
- Calories: 320kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 25g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
