Slow Cooker Chicken And Wild Rice Soup
A creamy, savory soup blending tender chicken, hearty wild rice, and a medley of vegetables in a rich broth. This comforting bowl of goodness is quick to prep and made easily in a slow cooker while you go about your day.
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup wild rice rinsed
- 1 medium onion diced
- 2 carrots chopped
- 2 celery stalks diced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- salt and pepper to taste
- fresh parsley for garnish, optional
Instructions
- Prep the Ingredients: Start with rinsing the wild rice under cold water to remove any dust or debris. Also, dice your onion, carrots, and celery and mince the garlic for added flavor.
- Load the Slow Cooker: In the slow cooker, add the chicken breasts, rinsed wild rice, diced onion, chopped carrots, diced celery, minced garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the Broth: Carefully pour the chicken broth over the mixture, ensuring all ingredients are soaking in the flavorful goodness.
- Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours or high for 2-3 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and the wild rice is tender.
- Shred the Chicken: Once cooked, remove the chicken breasts and shred them using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker.
- Add Cream: Stir in the heavy cream to give your soup that luscious, creamy texture. Let it warm through for about 10-15 minutes.
- Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and enjoy the creamy, savory flavor!