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Comforting Creamy Crockpot Chicken Wild Rice Soup Recipe

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A creamy and comforting chicken wild rice soup made effortlessly in a crockpot, perfect for cozy family dinners or meal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, shredded
  • 3/4 cup uncooked wild rice
  • 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 medium carrots, diced
  • 2 stalks celery, diced
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme or 2 teaspoons fresh thyme, chopped
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 2 tablespoons butter (optional)
  • 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
  • Lemon juice for flavor (optional)

Instructions

  1. Dice the carrots, celery, and onion. Mince the garlic and rinse the wild rice under cold water.
  2. Place the chicken breasts or thighs at the bottom of the crockpot. Add the diced vegetables, garlic, wild rice, thyme, bay leaf, and chicken broth.
  3. Set the crockpot to low heat and cook for 6-7 hours, or high heat for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender and the rice is fully cooked.
  4. Remove the chicken and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the crockpot.
  5. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the flour and heavy cream until smooth. Slowly stir this mixture into the soup to thicken and add creaminess.
  6. Let the soup heat on low for an additional 20-30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
  7. Remove the bay leaf, taste, and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

[‘Rinse the wild rice to remove excess starch and prevent gumminess.’, ‘Use fresh herbs for brighter flavor.’, ‘Adjust creaminess by swapping heavy cream for half-and-half or unsweetened almond milk.’, ‘Add mushrooms, spinach, or kale for extra nutrients and flavor.’, ‘For a thicker soup, whisk more flour or cornstarch into a small amount of broth and stir it in.’]

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Keywords: Crockpot, Chicken Wild Rice Soup, Comfort Food, Creamy Soup, Slow Cooker, Meal Prep, Easy Dinner

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