Name: Chicken & Wild Rice Soup Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h 15 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 onion, diced; 2 carrots, diced; 2 celery stalks, diced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 cup wild rice, rinsed; 6 cups chicken broth; 2 cups cooked chicken (shredded or diced); 1 tsp dried thyme; 1 tsp dried rosemary; Salt and pepper, to taste; 1/2 cup heavy cream or milk (optional for creaminess); Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Description

This hearty Chicken & Wild Rice Soup combines tender chicken, earthy wild rice, and aromatic herbs in a creamy, comforting broth. Perfect for a cozy meal, it features sautéed vegetables and simmered rice infused with chicken broth, finished with a touch of cream and fresh parsley garnish.

Ingredients

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For the Soup:

2 tbsp olive oil
1 onion, diced
2 carrots, diced
2 celery stalks, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup wild rice, rinsed
6 cups chicken broth
2 cups cooked chicken (shredded or diced)
1 tsp dried thyme
1 tsp dried rosemary
Salt and pepper, to taste
1/2 cup heavy cream or milk (optional for creaminess)
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

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Instructions

Sauté Vegetables: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion, carrots, and celery, cooking until softened, about 5–7 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
Add Rice and Broth: Stir in the rinsed wild rice, then pour in the chicken broth. Increase heat to bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for 40–45 minutes until the wild rice is tender and fully cooked.
Add Chicken and Seasonings: Stir in the shredded or diced cooked chicken, dried thyme, dried rosemary, salt, and pepper. If desired, pour in the heavy cream or milk to add creaminess. Simmer the soup uncovered for 5–10 more minutes to meld flavors and heat through.
Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat and ladle soup into bowls. Garnish each serving with freshly chopped parsley. Serve warm with crusty bread on the side for a complete meal.

Notes

Rinsing the wild rice before cooking removes excess starch and improves texture.
Use cooked chicken from a rotisserie or leftovers to save time.
Heavy cream adds richness; substitute with milk for a lighter option or omit for a broth-based soup.
Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to your preference after adding the cream.
This soup stores well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and freezes nicely.