Description

This soup blends tender chicken, nutty wild rice, and earthy mushrooms in a warm broth seasoned with autumn herbs. It’s perfect for cozy nights and easy enough for stovetop or crockpot preparation.

Ingredients

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2 tbsp olive oil

1 medium onion finely chopped

2 medium carrots diced

2 celery stalks chopped

3 garlic cloves minced

1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast or thighs

2 cups sliced mushrooms

3/4 cup wild rice blend

6 cups chicken broth

1 tsp dried thyme

1/2 tsp dried sage

1 bay leaf

salt and pepper to taste

1/2 cup heavy cream or milk optional

fresh parsley chopped for garnish

Instructions

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat

2. Season chicken with salt and pepper and brown on both sides then remove

3. Add onion carrots and celery and cook until softened

4. Stir in garlic and mushrooms and cook until fragrant

5. Pour in chicken broth then add wild rice thyme sage and bay leaf

6. Return chicken to the pot and bring to a simmer

7. Cover partially and cook until rice is tender and chicken is cooked through

8. Remove chicken and shred then return to the soup

9. Stir in cream if using and adjust seasoning

10. Garnish with parsley before serving

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Category: soup
Method: stovetop and slow cooker
Cuisine: american

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 250
Sugar: 3
Sodium: 600
Fat: 8
Saturated Fat: 3
Unsaturated Fat: 4
Trans Fat: 0
Carbohydrates: 30
Fiber: 2
Protein: 15
Cholesterol: 50

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