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Chicken & Wild Rice Comfort Soup

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Chicken & Wild Rice Comfort Soup is the ultimate cozy dish that warms your heart and fills your home with delightful aromas. Imagine tender chicken, earthy wild rice, and colorful vegetables simmering in a creamy broth—each spoonful is pure comfort. Whether it’s a chilly winter night or a rainy afternoon, this soup will bring joy and nostalgia to your table.

Ingredients

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  • 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
  • 1 cup wild rice
  • 2 medium carrots, diced
  • 2 stalks celery, diced
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare your ingredients by chopping vegetables and cubing the chicken.
  2. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onions, carrots, and celery for about 5 minutes until softened.
  3. Add garlic and cubed chicken; cook until the chicken is golden brown.
  4. Pour in chicken broth and add wild rice, thyme, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Bring to a gentle boil.
  5. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer for 30-40 minutes until wild rice is tender.
  6. Stir in heavy cream during the last few minutes of cooking; adjust seasoning before serving.

Nutrition

Keywords: You can substitute wild rice with brown rice or quinoa for variations. For extra nutrients, consider adding spinach or kale towards the end of cooking. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to five days; reheat gently on the stove.

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