Description
Warm up with a comforting bowl of Chicken Wild Rice Soup, a delightful blend of tender chicken, creamy broth, and earthy wild rice. This nourishing soup is packed with vibrant vegetables and aromatic herbs, making it perfect for chilly evenings or family gatherings. Easy to prepare and full of flavor, it’s a dish that brings warmth to your heart and home. Gather your loved ones around the table to share stories over steaming bowls of this delicious creation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup wild rice blend (brown and white)
- 1 cup chopped carrots
- 1 cup chopped celery
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Sauté vegetables: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onions, carrots, and celery; sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
- 2. Add garlic and chicken: Stir in minced garlic and chicken breasts; cook until chicken is white on all sides.
- 3. Pour in broth and rice: Add chicken broth and wild rice blend; bring to a gentle boil while stirring occasionally for about 10 minutes.
- 4. Simmer: Reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for about 45 minutes until rice is tender.
- 5. Finish with cream: Stir in heavy cream just before serving; season with salt, pepper, and thyme.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 85mg