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Chicken and Wild Rice Soup

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Chicken and Wild Rice Soup is a creamy, hearty, and wholesome one-pot meal made with tender chicken, wild rice, vegetables, and a flavorful broth. Perfect for cozy dinners or meal prep.

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons butter or olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 carrots, sliced
  • 2 celery stalks, sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup wild rice or wild rice blend
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or cubed
  • 1 cup milk or heavy cream
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, heat butter or olive oil over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5–7 minutes until softened.
  2. Add garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
  3. Stir in the flour and cook for 1–2 minutes to form a roux.
  4. Gradually whisk in chicken broth until smooth.
  5. Add wild rice, bay leaf, thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 35–45 minutes, or until rice is tender.
  6. Stir in cooked chicken and milk or cream. Simmer for another 5–10 minutes until heated through and slightly thickened.
  7. Adjust seasoning to taste. Remove bay leaf before serving.
  8. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve hot.

Notes

  • Use rotisserie chicken for a quick shortcut.
  • For gluten-free, use cornstarch slurry instead of flour.
  • Dairy-free? Substitute with plant-based cream or coconut milk.
  • Wild rice adds texture, but other rice types can be used.
  • Soup thickens as it sits — add more broth or milk when reheating if needed.

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