This creamy mushroom chicken and wild rice soup is the ultimate comfort bowl, combining tender chicken, earthy mushrooms, and wholesome wild rice in a rich, creamy base.
Author:Souzan
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:40 minutes
Total Time:55 minutes
Yield:6 servings
Category:Soup
Method:Stovetop
Cuisine:American
Diet:Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
1 pound chicken breast, diced
8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
1 cup wild rice
1 medium onion, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon thyme
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté the onions, celery, and garlic until soft.
Add the diced chicken and cook until browned.
Stir in the mushrooms and thyme, cooking for an additional 5 minutes.
Add the wild rice and chicken broth, bringing the mixture to a boil.
Reduce the heat, cover, and simmer for about 40 minutes or until the rice is tender.
Stir in the heavy cream, and season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
Notes
Let the soup cool completely before storing.
Reheat gently on the stove, adding a bit of broth to reach desired consistency.