Chicken Wild Rice Soup Recipe
Cozy up with a warm bowl of Chicken Wild Rice Soup, where tender chicken, hearty wild rice, and creamy broth come together for a comforting, satisfying meal.
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Servings: 8
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless chicken breast cut into small cubes
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 cup yellow onion diced into small cubes
- 1 cup carrots diced into small cubes
- 1 cup celery chopped
- 3/4 cup wild rice
- 8 cups low sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 tsp salt or to taste
- 1 tsp ground black pepper or to taste
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
Instructions
- In a large soup pot or Dutch oven, heat the butter over medium heat. Add the onions, carrots, and celery, sautéing them until they become tender and golden brown.
- Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables, stirring it in until the mixture is smooth and the raw flour cooks out, about 2 minutes.
- Stir in the wild rice and chicken pieces, seasoning with salt and pepper. Pour in the chicken broth, ensuring everything is submerged, and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Let it cook for around 30 minutes, or until the wild rice is tender and cooked through.
- Slowly drizzle in the heavy cream, stirring constantly to create a creamy, smooth texture.
- Allow the soup to cook for an additional 5 minutes over medium-low heat, making sure the flavors meld together. Adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed. Serve the soup hot, noting that it will thicken as it cools. Reheat it gently to loosen the broth before serving again.