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slow cooker chicken wild rice soup

Slow Cooker Chicken Wild Rice Soup – Easy and Delicious Comfort Food

Cozy up with my homemade slow cooker chicken wild rice soup. It’s creamy, hearty, and perfect for chilly days. Try it tonight!

  • Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450 g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup (200 g) wild rice, rinsed
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 stalks celery, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 6 cups (1.5 L) low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

  1. In a slow cooker, heat the olive oil and add the onion, carrots, celery, and garlic. Sauté for about 5 minutes.
  2. Place the chicken breasts on top of the vegetables.
  3. Add the wild rice, chicken broth, thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper.
  4. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
  5. Before serving, remove the chicken, shred it, and return it to the soup.
  6. Stir in the heavy cream and cook for an additional 15 minutes.
  7. Adjust seasoning as needed and serve hot.

Notes

  • For a healthier option, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
  • Feel free to add spinach or kale for extra greens.
  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 hours
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Comfort Food

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sodium: 420 mg
  • Fat: 12 g
  • Saturated Fat: 6 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 45 g
  • Fiber: 5 g
  • Protein: 24 g
  • Cholesterol: 80 mg

Keywords: slow cooker, chicken soup, wild rice soup