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Creamy Chicken and Wild Rice Soup Recipe

As the winter chill sets in, there’s nothing more comforting than a bowl of warm, creamy soup. This Creamy Chicken and Wild Rice Soup is a perfect blend of tender chicken, hearty wild rice, and a medley of vegetables, all enveloped in a rich, creamy broth. It’s an ideal dish for cozy nights at home or for serving at family gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Course Soup
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories 339 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup wild rice rinsed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 carrots peeled and diced
  • 3 celery stalks diced
  • 8 cups chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Instructions
 

Step 1: Preparing the Ingredients

  • Rinse the wild rice under cold water and set aside.
  • Dice the onion and mince the garlic. Peel and dice the carrots, and dice the celery stalks.
  • Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.

Step 2: Cooking the Chicken and Vegetables

  • Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  • Add the chicken pieces and cook until they are no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken and set aside.
  • In the same pot, add the diced onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion is translucent and the garlic is fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
  • Add the diced carrots and celery. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 3: Building the Soup Base

  • Add the rinsed wild rice to the pot and stir to combine with the vegetables.
  • Pour in the chicken broth and add the dried thyme, dried rosemary, and bay leaf. Stir to combine.
  • Return the cooked chicken to the pot. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer, covered, for 1 hour, or until the rice is tender.

Step 4: Making the Soup Creamy

  • In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
  • Stir in the flour to form a roux. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until the roux is golden and bubbly.
  • Slowly whisk in the heavy cream until the mixture is smooth and thickened.

Step 5: Combining Everything

  • Slowly stir the cream mixture into the soup. Cook for an additional 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the soup is thickened and creamy.
  • Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste. Remove the bay leaf before serving.

Serving Suggestions

  • Ladle the Creamy Chicken and Wild Rice Soup into bowls and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
  • Serve with crusty bread or a side salad for a complete meal.

Notes

Creamy Chicken and Wild Rice Soup Recipe

Nutrition

Calories: 339kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 19gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 952mgPotassium: 474mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 4368IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 57mgIron: 2mg
Keyword Chicken and Wild Roce, Creamy Chicken and Wild Rice Soup Recipe, Soup
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