Creamy and hearty chicken wild rice soup recipe

This creamy and hearty chicken wild rice soup is a comforting and delicious meal for a cold winter day. Made with tender chicken, nutty wild rice, and flavorful vegetables in a creamy broth, this soup is the ultimate comfort food. It can be made in just under an hour and is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a cozy weekend meal. Serve it with crusty bread or a side salad for a complete and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• 1 cup wild rice
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1/2 cup diced onion
• 1/2 cup diced celery
• 1/2 cup diced carrots
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter
• 4 cups milk
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 bay leaf
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Directions

1. Cook the wild rice according to package instructions.
2. In a large pot, bring the chicken broth to a boil. Add the chicken breasts and cook for about 15-20 minutes, or until cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pot, shred it using two forks, and set aside.
3. In the same pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion, celery, carrots, and minced garlic. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
4. Add the flour to the pot and cook for another minute, stirring constantly.
5. Slowly add the milk, stirring continuously to avoid lumps. Add the heavy cream and stir well.
6. Add the cooked wild rice, shredded chicken, dried thyme, bay leaf, salt, and pepper to the pot. Bring to a simmer and cook for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
7. Remove the bay leaf and season with additional salt and pepper if needed.
8. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped fresh parsley.
9. Serve hot and enjoy!

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