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This Creamy Chicken and Wild Rice Soup is a comforting classic, perfect for a chilly evening. It's rich, flavorful, and packed with tender chicken and hearty wild rice. Making a roux is key to achieving that velvety smooth texture that makes this soup so irresistible.
Ingredients
- Chicken breasts1.5 lbs
- Wild rice1 cup
- Chicken broth8 cups
- Yellow onion1 medium
- Carrots2 medium
- Celery stalks2 medium
- Butter1/2 cup
- All-purpose flour1/2 cup
- Heavy cream1 cup
- Dried thyme1 tsp
- Dried sage1/2 tsp
- Salt1 tsp
- Black pepper1/2 tsp
- Olive oil1 tbsp
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Cook the wild rice according to package directions. Set aside.
Dice the chicken into bite-sized pieces. Season with salt and pepper.
In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned on all sides and cooked through. Remove chicken from the pot and set aside.
In the same pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
Stir in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly to create a roux.
Gradually whisk in the chicken broth, making sure to smooth out any lumps. Bring to a simmer.
Add the cooked wild rice, thyme, and sage to the pot. Simmer for 15-20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
Stir in the cooked chicken and heavy cream. Heat through, but do not boil.
Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Serve hot and enjoy!
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