Creamy Chicken and Wild Rice Soup Recipe
A comforting and rich soup perfect for a chilly evening, made with chicken, wild rice, and heavy cream. This recipe serves 6 people and can be prepared in under an hour.
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast or thighs
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 medium onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 cup wild rice
- 4 cups chicken broth
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 medium carrots
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat and cook the chopped onion until it's softened.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, until the aroma fills the air.
- Add the chicken to the pot and cook until it's browned on all sides.
- Add the wild rice, chicken broth, thyme, salt, and pepper to the pot and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 40-45 minutes, or until the rice is tender.
- Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until it's partially smooth.
- Stir in the heavy cream and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the soup is heated through.
- Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning as needed to suit your taste preferences.
Notes
You can add carrots to the pot during the last 20 minutes of cooking time for extra flavor and nutrition.