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Creamy Chicken and Wild Rice Soup

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A comforting, creamy chicken and wild rice soup with tender chicken, earthy wild rice, and a velvety broth, perfect for cozy nights and easy homemade comfort food.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast or thighs, shredded (rotisserie chicken works great for shortcuts)
  • 1 cup dry wild rice or wild rice blend
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 2 medium carrots, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (use gluten-free flour if needed)
  • 1 1/2 cups whole milk or cream (substitute with dairy-free milk such as oat or almond for a lighter version)
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried sage
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (optional)
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Rinse 1 cup wild rice under cold water using a fine mesh strainer. Set aside.
  2. In a large soup pot or Dutch oven, melt 3 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion, diced celery, and carrots. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until vegetables soften and onions turn translucent, stirring occasionally.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic, 1 teaspoon dried thyme, and 1/2 teaspoon dried sage. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
  4. Sprinkle 1/4 cup all-purpose flour over the vegetables. Stir constantly for 2-3 minutes to cook out the raw flour taste.
  5. Gradually pour in 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth while stirring to avoid lumps. Add the rinsed wild rice. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer gently for 40-45 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the wild rice is tender but still chewy.
  6. Stir in 2 cups shredded cooked chicken. Simmer for an additional 10 minutes to warm through.
  7. Slowly pour in 1 1/2 cups whole milk or cream while stirring. Heat gently, avoiding boiling to prevent curdling. Optionally, blend about 1 cup of the soup with an immersion blender for extra creaminess.
  8. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Stir in 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice if desired.
  9. Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with fresh chopped parsley. Serve warm with crusty bread or your favorite side.

Notes

If the soup thickens after refrigeration, reheat with a splash of broth or milk to loosen. Use gluten-free flour or cornstarch for thickening if gluten-free. Blend a portion of the soup to thicken naturally without extra cream. Avoid boiling after adding milk to prevent curdling. Lemon juice adds brightness and balances richness.

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