Chicken & Wild Rice Soup
Chicken & Wild Rice Soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly nights. This hearty soup features tender chicken, nutty wild rice, and fresh vegetables simmered in a flavorful broth, creating a warm and inviting dish that’s sure to become a family favorite. Easy to customize with whatever ingredients you have on hand, it’s not just delicious but also nourishing and satisfying.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
- 1 cup wild rice blend
- 2 medium carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp dried thyme (or 1 tbsp fresh thyme)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté onions, carrots, and celery until softened (5–7 minutes).
- Push the veggies aside and add diced chicken. Cook until browned on all sides (5–6 minutes).
- Stir in the wild rice and pour in the chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer covered for about 45 minutes until rice is tender.
- Add minced garlic and dried thyme; cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- If desired, stir in heavy cream until well combined. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Swap wild rice with brown rice for a different texture. Add seasonal veggies like spinach or peas for extra nutrition. A splash of lemon juice brightens the flavors beautifully.