Slow Cooker Chicken Wild Rice Soup
A warm and comforting soup perfect for autumn, combining chicken, wild rice, and rich flavors in a slow cooker.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup wild rice, rinsed
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 carrots, sliced
- 3 celery stalks, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 cup heavy cream or coconut milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Start by placing the chicken breasts at the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Layer the rice, onions, carrots, celery, and garlic over the chicken.
- Gently pour in the chicken broth and add in the thyme and rosemary.
- Sprinkle salt and pepper to taste.
- Secure the lid and set your slow cooker on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
- Once cooked, remove the chicken breasts, shred them, and return the chicken to the pot.
- Stir in the heavy cream or coconut milk to enrich your soup, giving it a silky texture.
Notes
To prevent overcooking, consider adding the wild rice during the last hour of cooking for a firmer texture. If you'd like a thicker soup, blend a portion of it and stir it back in. Fresh herbs can elevate the flavor even more.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2g
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