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Chicken Wild Rice Soup

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 6 servings
Calories 350
A hearty and comforting soup combining tender chicken, wild rice, and vegetables in a creamy broth, perfect for cozy meals.

Ingredients

Main

  • 1 cup wild rice, rinsed
  • 4 cups chicken broth (preferably low sodium)
  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 stalks celery, chopped
  • 2 medium carrots, sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme)
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups whole milk or half-and-half
  • Optional Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions 

  • Heat oil or butter in a large pot. Sauté onion, celery, and carrots until soft (~5-7 min).
  • Add garlic and thyme; cook for 1 min until fragrant.
  • Stir in wild rice, broth, salt, and pepper. Bring to boil, then simmer covered for 45 min until rice is tender.
  • Whisk flour with milk, then slowly add to soup while stirring. Add cooked chicken and simmer 10-15 min until thickened.
  • Adjust seasoning as needed. Serve hot, garnished with parsley if desired.

Notes

For a creamier texture, you can add more milk or half-and-half before serving.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Chicken, Wild Rice