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Cozy Creamy Chicken Wild Rice Soup

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A warm, comforting, and creamy chicken soup with wild rice, perfect for cozy nights and quick homemade comfort food.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced (leftover rotisserie chicken works great)
  • 3/4 cup dry wild rice (rinse before cooking)
  • 1 large carrot, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream (can substitute half-and-half or coconut milk for dairy-free)
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour (gluten-free flour works too)
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (optional)

Instructions

  1. Rinse 3/4 cup wild rice under cold water. In a large pot, combine rice with 2 1/2 cups chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then lower heat to simmer. Cover and cook for 40-45 minutes until tender but still chewy. Drain any excess liquid and set rice aside.
  2. While the rice cooks, melt 3 tablespoons butter in the same pot over medium heat. Add diced onion, carrot, and celery. Sauté for about 6-8 minutes until softened and fragrant. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  3. Stir in 3 tablespoons flour to the softened veggies. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring frequently to form a golden paste.
  4. Gradually whisk in the remaining 3 1/2 cups chicken broth, ensuring no lumps. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally until the broth thickens slightly.
  5. Add the cooked wild rice and 2 cups shredded chicken to the pot. Stir well and let everything warm through for 5 minutes. Season with 1 teaspoon dried thyme, 1 teaspoon parsley, and salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Lower heat and stir in 1 cup heavy cream. Warm the soup gently for another 3-4 minutes—do not let it boil once cream is added to avoid curdling. Add 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice for brightness.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. If you prefer thicker soup, let it simmer a little longer on low heat while stirring occasionally.

Notes

Use pre-cooked wild rice or leftover rice to reduce cooking time. Avoid boiling after adding cream to prevent curdling. Rotisserie chicken works well for convenience. For dairy-free, substitute heavy cream with full-fat coconut milk and use gluten-free flour or cornstarch for thickening. Soup can be frozen up to 3 months; reheat gently and stir in fresh cream or milk if separation occurs.

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