This hearty soup is easy to prepare and delivers deep, rich flavors with minimal effort. The addition of heavy cream makes it luxuriously creamy, while the wild rice blend adds a delightful texture. It’s an ideal meal for busy weeknights or leisurely weekends.
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 7-8 hours on low or 3-4 hours on high
Serving: 6-8 servings
Equipment: Slow cooker
Recipe: Slow Cooker Chicken and Wild Rice Soup
Ingredients:
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup wild rice blend, rinsed
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, peeled and diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon dried sage
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups water
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup heavy cream
Directions:
- Place the chicken breasts at the bottom of your slow cooker.
- Add the wild rice, chopped onion, diced carrots, diced celery, minced garlic, dried thyme, and dried sage to the slow cooker. Pour in the chicken broth and water.
- Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste, then cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is fully cooked and the rice is tender.
- Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the slow cooker. Shred the chicken using two forks and return it to the soup.
- Stir in the heavy cream, allowing the soup to heat through. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve the soup hot, optionally garnished with fresh herbs like parsley or thyme for an extra touch of flavor.
This Slow Cooker Chicken and Wild Rice Soup is both nourishing and delicious, offering the perfect balance of creamy broth, tender chicken, and hearty rice. Pair it with crusty bread for a complete, satisfying meal that will warm you from the inside out!