Description
Hearty chicken mushroom wild rice soup brings woodland comfort to your winter table. Rich Minnesota-inspired flavors blend perfectly, delivering warmth and satisfaction in each creamy spoonful you’ll savor.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 lb (450g) chicken breast, diced
Vegetables and Grains:
- 1 cup (185g) wild rice
- 2 cups (150g) mushrooms, sliced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Liquids and Seasonings:
- 4 cups (950ml) chicken broth
- 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons (30ml) olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Warm a spacious cooking vessel over medium temperature, drizzling olive oil to coat the bottom. Gently introduce finely chopped onions and delicate garlic, transforming them until they become translucent and aromatic.
- Introduce cubed chicken pieces into the fragrant base, allowing them to caramelize and develop a rich golden exterior. Incorporate sliced mushrooms, enabling them to dance and release their earthy essence, creating a deep, complex flavor profile.
- Cascade wild rice into the bubbling mixture, followed by a generous pour of robust chicken broth. Sprinkle dried thyme, season with salt and freshly cracked pepper, creating a harmonious blend of ingredients. Activate a rolling boil, then reduce to a gentle simmer, allowing the rice to soften and absorb the surrounding liquid for approximately 40-45 minutes.
- As the rice reaches perfect tenderness, drizzle in velvety heavy cream, gently stirring to integrate without disrupting the soup’s delicate temperature. The cream will transform the liquid into a luxuriously smooth consistency.
- Carefully ladle the steaming soup into waiting bowls, presenting a comforting masterpiece that promises warmth and satisfaction with every spoonful.
Notes
- Opt for low-sodium chicken broth to control salt intake and create a healthier version of the soup.
- Toast wild rice briefly before adding to broth to enhance its nutty flavor and improve overall taste profile.
- Consider using Greek yogurt instead of heavy cream for a lighter, protein-rich alternative that maintains creamy texture.
- Quickly chop chicken into uniform pieces to ensure even cooking and prevent dry or undercooked sections.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 414
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 82mg