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Cozy Chicken Wild Rice Soup

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A warm and inviting Chicken Wild Rice Soup perfect for chilly evenings, rich in flavor and nostalgia.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
  • 1 cup wild rice, uncooked
  • 2 medium-sized carrots, diced
  • 2 stalks celery, diced
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon dried or fresh thyme
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prep your ingredients: Start by gathering all your ingredients. Dice your chicken, prepare the vegetables, and measure your rice.
  2. Sauté vegetables: In a large pot, add a tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Toss in the diced onion, carrots, and celery.
  3. Add garlic and herbs: Once the veggies are ready, stir in the minced garlic and thyme, and cook for an additional minute.
  4. Incorporate chicken and broth: Add the shredded chicken, followed by the chicken broth. Bring it to a gentle simmer before tossing in the wild rice.
  5. Simmer away: Cover the pot and let everything simmer for about 40-45 minutes, or until the wild rice is tender.
  6. Stir in heavy cream: Once the rice is perfectly cooked, lower the heat and slowly stir in the heavy cream.
  7. Taste and adjust: Give the soup a good stir and taste. Add more seasoning if needed.
  8. Serve warm: Ladle the soup into bowls and serve warm, optionally garnished with fresh herbs.

Notes

This soup can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge for about three days. Add a little extra broth when reheating.

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Keywords: chicken soup, wild rice soup, comfort food, easy recipe, family dinner

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