Creamy Chicken Wild Rice Soup (Printable)
Tender chicken, wild rice, and veggies simmered in a creamy, comforting broth for ultimate coziness.
# Components:
→ Main Ingredients
01 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
02 - 1 medium onion, diced
03 - 2 carrots, diced
04 - 2 stalks celery, diced
05 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
06 - 1/2 cup uncooked wild rice blend
07 - 4 cups chicken broth
08 - 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
09 - 1 cup heavy cream
10 - 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
11 - Salt and black pepper, to taste
# Directions:
01 - Melt unsalted butter in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add diced onion, carrots, and celery, cooking for 5 to 7 minutes until softened while stirring occasionally.
02 - Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute, allowing it to become fragrant but not browned.
03 - Add uncooked wild rice blend and chicken broth to the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 40 to 45 minutes until the wild rice is tender.
04 - Gently stir in cooked shredded chicken and heavy cream. Heat through over low heat without allowing the mixture to boil.
05 - Adjust seasoning with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Finish the soup with chopped fresh parsley just before serving.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Uses one pot so cleanup is a breeze
- Packed with vegetables for a hearty filling meal
- Wild rice brings a nutty flavor and toothsome texture not found in regular chicken soup
- Creamy and cozy enough for both weeknights and special occasions
02 -
- Rich in protein from chicken and wild rice
- Wild rice makes this soup naturally gluten free with the right broth
- Keeps well for lunches and make ahead meals
03 -
- Choose wild rice with a high percentage of real wild grains for maximum flavor
- Let the vegetables cook slowly for best flavor
- Reheat leftovers gently to keep the cream from separating