Creamy Chicken Wild Rice Soup
Creamy Chicken Wild Rice Soup is a comforting, hearty dish that combines tender chicken, wholesome vegetables, and nutty wild rice in a rich, velvety broth. Perfect for chilly evenings or as an impressive meal at gatherings, this simple recipe can be prepared in under an hour. The addition of cream elevates the flavor profile, making it a family favorite that will have everyone asking for seconds. With its delightful blend of textures and flavors, this soup brings warmth and satisfaction to your table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup wild rice blend
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- 1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté diced onions, carrots, and celery until softened (about 5 minutes).
- 2. Add chicken breasts; season with salt and pepper. Cook until lightly browned (approx. 5 minutes).
- 3. Stir in minced garlic; cook until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- 4. Pour in chicken broth and add rinsed wild rice blend. Bring to a gentle boil; reduce heat to low.
- 5. Cover and simmer for about 30 minutes or until rice is tender.
- 6. Stir in heavy cream; heat through without boiling before serving warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 1½ cups)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg