Chicken Wild Rice Soup
Chicken wild rice soup is a heartwarming dish that brings together tender chicken, earthy wild rice, and a medley of colorful vegetables. This cozy recipe is perfect for chilly days, wrapping you in warmth with every spoonful. Easy to prepare and full of rich flavors, it’s a go-to comfort food for family gatherings or a soothing meal on rainy afternoons.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1 cup wild rice blend
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 2 bay leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ cup heavy cream (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the vegetables and mincing the garlic.
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt 1 tablespoon of butter. Sauté the onions until translucent (3-4 minutes).
- Add diced chicken, carrots, and celery; cook until chicken is slightly golden (about 5 minutes).
- Pour in chicken broth along with the wild rice blend, thyme, bay leaves, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for about 45 minutes or until the rice is tender.
- If desired, stir in heavy cream just before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg