Name: Chicken & Wild Rice Soup Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h 15 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 onion, diced; 2 carrots, diced; 2 celery stalks, diced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 cup wild rice, rinsed; 6 cups chicken broth; 2 cups cooked chicken (shredded or diced); 1 tsp dried thyme; 1 tsp dried rosemary; Salt and pepper, to taste; 1/2 cup heavy cream or milk (optional for creaminess); Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Description

A comforting and hearty Chicken & Wild Rice Soup made with tender chicken, nutty wild rice, and a medley of sautéed vegetables. This creamy and flavorful soup is perfect for a cozy meal and packs a delightful blend of herbs and fresh parsley garnish.

Ingredients

Scale

For the Soup:

2 tbsp olive oil
1 onion, diced
2 carrots, diced
2 celery stalks, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup wild rice, rinsed
6 cups chicken broth
2 cups cooked chicken (shredded or diced)
1 tsp dried thyme
1 tsp dried rosemary
Salt and pepper, to taste
1/2 cup heavy cream or milk (optional for creaminess)
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Cook Mode Prevent your screen from going dark

Instructions

Sauté Vegetables: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion, carrots, and celery, and cook until softened, about 5–7 minutes. Add garlic and cook for an additional minute to release its aroma.
Add Rice and Broth: Stir in the rinsed wild rice, then pour in the chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let it simmer gently for 40–45 minutes, or until the wild rice is tender and cooked through.
Add Chicken and Seasonings: Stir in the shredded or diced cooked chicken, dried thyme, and dried rosemary. Season with salt and pepper to taste. If using, add the heavy cream or milk to make the soup creamy. Simmer uncovered for another 5–10 minutes to blend the flavors.
Garnish and Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with freshly chopped parsley. Serve warm, ideally with a side of crusty bread for dipping.

Notes

For a dairy-free version, omit the heavy cream or use coconut milk as a substitute.
You can use leftover cooked chicken or rotisserie chicken for convenience.
If you prefer a thicker soup, mix a tablespoon of cornstarch with cold water and stir in during the last simmering stage.
Wild rice can take longer to cook than other rices; soaking it for a few hours beforehand can help reduce cooking time.
Adjust herbs and seasoning to your preference for a personalized flavor.