Description
Experience the comforting warmth of Herbed Chicken & Wild Rice Soup, a delightful blend of tender chicken, hearty wild rice, and vibrant vegetables simmered in a savory broth. This soul-soothing dish is perfect for chilly nights or gathering with loved ones. With its rich flavors and inviting aroma, this soup is sure to become a favorite in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1 cup wild rice blend
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Dice the chicken into bite-sized pieces and chop all vegetables into uniform sizes.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté onions until translucent; add garlic and cook briefly.
- Add diced chicken to the pot and brown on all sides.
- Stir in carrots, celery, and thyme; sauté for about 5 minutes until veggies soften.
- Pour in chicken broth and wild rice; bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 40 minutes until rice is tender.
- Optional: Stir in heavy cream just before serving for extra richness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 1 cup)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg