Slow Cooker Chicken Wild Rice Soup
Warm up on chilly days with this comforting slow cooker chicken wild rice soup. Tender chicken, nutty wild rice, and vibrant vegetables simmer together in a creamy broth that envelops you in flavors reminiscent of home-cooked meals. This hands-off recipe is perfect for busy days, allowing you to enjoy a hearty bowl of goodness with minimal effort. Gather your loved ones around the table and let the delightful aromas and rich taste create cozy memories.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Soup
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup wild rice blend
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup cream or milk
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Dice the onions, carrots, and celery into small pieces for even cooking.
- (Optional) Sauté onions and garlic in a skillet until fragrant.
- Layer the chicken at the bottom of the slow cooker, followed by the wild rice, vegetables, herbs, salt, and pepper.
- Pour chicken broth over ingredients until submerged.
- Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 4 hours.
- About 30 minutes before serving, stir in cream or milk.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Substitute turkey for chicken or add kale for additional nutrition. For quicker prep, use leftover rotisserie chicken. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days or frozen for up to three months.