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Creamy Comfort Chicken Mushroom Wild Rice Soup

A rich and creamy soup featuring tender chicken, hearty mushrooms, and wholesome wild rice, perfect for cozy nights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup wild rice
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
  • 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon thyme
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • to taste Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add your chopped onion and mushrooms, and sauté until they’re soft and fragrant—about 5 minutes.
  2. Toss in the minced garlic and the diced chicken. Cook until the chicken is nicely browned and cooked through, which usually takes around 6-8 minutes.
  3. Next, add the wild rice, chicken broth, thyme, and a sprinkle of salt and pepper. Bring it to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for about 40-45 minutes.
  4. Once the rice is ready, stir in the heavy cream. Let it simmer for another 5 minutes.
  5. Ladle the soup into bowls and sprinkle with fresh parsley.

Notes

For rice alternatives, consider using brown rice or quinoa, but adjust cooking times accordingly. For a dairy-free option, substitute coconut milk for heavy cream.