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Chicken And Wild Rice Soup Recipe

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Chicken and Wild Rice Soup is a hearty, comforting meal made with tender chicken, nutty wild rice, and a creamy, flavorful broth. This one-pot recipe combines aromatic vegetables like carrots, celery, onions, and garlic with a smooth creamy base made from butter, flour, and heavy cream or half-and-half. Perfect for cold days, this filling soup is loaded with wild rice and seasoned with thyme and bay leaf for a cozy meal the whole family will love.

Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 1 cup wild rice, rinsed
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tbsp butter
  • ¼ cup flour
  • 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  • In a large pot, heat 1 tbsp of butter and sauté onions, carrots, celery, and garlic until soft.
  • Add chicken broth, chicken breasts, wild rice, bay leaf, thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 40-45 minutes or until the rice is cooked.
  • Remove chicken, shred it, and return to the pot.
  • In a separate saucepan, melt 2 tbsp butter and whisk in the flour to form a roux. Slowly stir in heavy cream, creating a thick sauce.
  • Add the cream sauce to the soup and stir until well combined. Cook for an additional 5 minutes.
  • Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.

Notes

  • You can use leftover rotisserie chicken for convenience.
  • For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.

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