Description
Discover the ultimate creamy chicken wild rice soup, a comforting slow‑cooker recipe that blends tender chicken, nutty wild rice, and fresh vegetables in a rich, velvety broth. With just 20 minutes of prep and a six‑hour cook, this hearty soup delivers soothing flavor, perfect for chilly evenings, and yields six generous servings. Each bowl offers a balanced mix of protein, fiber, and creamy richness, making it an ideal option for meal‑prep, family dinners, or a warming lunch on a busy workday.!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup wild rice, rinsed
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup carrots, diced
- 1 cup celery, diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 cup heavy cream
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Place chicken, wild rice, broth, carrots, celery, onion, garlic, and thyme in the slow cooker.
- Cook on low 6‑7 hours (or high 3‑4 hours) until chicken and rice are tender.
- Shred chicken and return to pot.
- Stir in heavy cream, season with salt and pepper, and serve.
Notes
- For a dairy‑free version
- substitute coconut milk for heavy cream. Adjust seasoning after adding cream.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-7 hours
- Category: Soups
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 servings
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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