Creamy Chicken and Wild Rice Soup is a hearty, flavorful dish with tender chicken, earthy wild rice, and vegetables in a velvety broth — the ultimate comfort food for chilly days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30minutes
- Yield: 4–6 servings 1x
Ingredients
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2 tbsp butter
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1 cup diced carrots
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1 cup diced celery
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1 small onion, diced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1/4 cup all-purpose flour
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6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
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1 cup uncooked wild rice blend
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1 tsp dried thyme
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1 bay leaf
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2–3 cups cooked shredded chicken
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1 cup whole milk
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1/2 cup heavy cream
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Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
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In a large pot, heat butter and oil. Sauté carrots, celery, and onion until soft. Add garlic and cook 1 minute.
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Stir in flour and cook for 2–3 minutes.
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Slowly add broth while whisking. Add wild rice, thyme, and bay leaf.
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Simmer, covered, for 45–50 minutes until rice is tender.
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Add chicken, milk, and cream. Simmer 5–10 minutes more.
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Season with salt and pepper. Remove bay leaf and serve hot.