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Hearty Chicken Wild Rice Soup for Cozy Nights

A warm and hearty Chicken Wild Rice Soup combines tender chicken, earthy wild rice, and vibrant vegetables, making it an ideal comfort dish for chilly nights.
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Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb chicken breast diced
  • 1 cup wild rice
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup carrots diced
  • 1 cup celery diced
  • 1 cup onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • Salt to taste

Method
 

  1. In a large pot over medium heat, sauté onions, carrots, and celery for about 5 minutes until softened.
  2. Add garlic, thyme, and black pepper; cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
  3. Incorporate the diced chicken and cook until no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Stir in the wild rice and chicken broth; bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer.
  5. Cover and simmer for about 45 minutes, or until rice is tender.
  6. Once the rice is tender, stir in the heavy cream and season with salt to taste.
  7. Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.