Description

A comforting and hearty Crockpot Chicken Wild Rice Soup featuring tender chicken breasts, wild rice blend, fresh vegetables, and aromatic herbs, all simmered to perfection in chicken broth and finished with a touch of creamy richness.

Ingredients

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Protein

1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts

Grains

1 cup wild rice blend

Vegetables

1 onion, diced
2 carrots, diced
2 celery stalks, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced

Liquids & Dairy

8 cups chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream (or to taste)

Herbs & Seasonings

1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried rosemary
Salt and pepper to taste

Garnish

Fresh parsley (optional)

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Instructions

Preparation: Dice the onion, carrots, and celery finely. Mince the garlic cloves and set all prepared vegetables aside.
Layering Ingredients: Place the chicken breasts at the bottom of the crockpot. Layer the wild rice blend over the chicken, followed by the diced onion, carrots, celery, and minced garlic evenly spread on top.
Adding Broth and Seasonings: Pour the chicken broth gently over the layered ingredients. Sprinkle the dried thyme, dried rosemary, salt, and pepper evenly on top. Stir lightly to combine the herbs and seasonings.
Cooking: Cover the crockpot with its lid. Cook on low heat for 6 to 8 hours or on high heat for 3 to 4 hours until the chicken is fully cooked and the wild rice blend is tender.
Shredding the Chicken: Remove the cooked chicken breasts carefully from the crockpot. Shred the meat using two forks into bite-sized pieces, then return the shredded chicken back into the soup.
Adding Cream: Stir in the heavy cream thoroughly to add richness. Cover and cook for an additional 30 minutes on low heat to allow the flavors to meld beautifully.
Serving: Ladle the hot soup into serving bowls. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired for a fresh, vibrant touch. Serve immediately and enjoy this warm, hearty meal.

Notes

You can substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or coconut milk for a lighter or dairy-free option.
Wild rice blends may contain different rice varieties; cooking times may vary slightly—check rice tenderness before finishing.
For extra flavor, sauté the onion, carrots, celery, and garlic briefly before adding to the crockpot.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
Adjust salt and pepper according to your taste preferences, especially if your chicken broth is salted.