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Creamy One-Pot Chicken and Wild Rice Soup

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A comforting and easy creamy one-pot chicken and wild rice soup with tender chicken, chewy wild rice, and a silky broth perfect for cozy nights.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 3/4 cup uncooked wild rice blend
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 2 medium carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried sage
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Pinch of crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • A handful of fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Dice the onion, carrots, and celery; mince the garlic; and cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
  2. In a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Add the onion, carrots, and celery, cooking until softened and fragrant, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Add the minced garlic, dried thyme, and sage. Cook for another minute, stirring constantly.
  4. Add the chicken pieces to the pot. Stir to coat with the veggies and seasonings, cooking until the chicken is just opaque on the outside, about 4 minutes.
  5. Pour in the wild rice and chicken broth. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a boil.
  6. Reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer gently for 35-40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the wild rice is tender but chewy and the chicken is fully cooked.
  7. Remove the lid and stir in the heavy cream. Heat through for another 5 minutes on low heat without boiling. Taste and adjust salt and pepper.
  8. Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve immediately.

Notes

Do not rush the simmer to avoid mushy wild rice. Add cream at the end over low heat to prevent curdling. If soup is too thick, add broth or water; if too thin, simmer uncovered to reduce. Can substitute heavy cream with coconut milk or half-and-half for dairy-free or lighter options. Brown rice can be used but will alter texture. Soup freezes well for up to 3 months.

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Keywords: chicken soup, wild rice soup, creamy soup, one-pot meal, comfort food, easy dinner, weeknight recipe

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