Best 9 Best Creamy Chicken Wild Rice Soup Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with our creamy chicken wild rice soup, a symphony of flavors that will warm your heart and soul. This delightful soup is a harmonious blend of tender chicken, savory wild rice, and a velvety cream sauce, enhanced with a medley of aromatic vegetables. As you savor each spoonful, the richness of the chicken broth, the nuttiness of the wild rice, and the velvety texture of the cream create a symphony of flavors that dance on your palate. Our collection of recipes offers a variety of options to suit your dietary preferences and culinary skills, ensuring that everyone can enjoy this comforting dish. Whether you prefer a classic rendition or a modern twist, our recipes provide step-by-step instructions and helpful tips to guide you through the cooking process. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and embark on a culinary adventure that will leave you craving more.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

CREAMY CHICKEN AND WILD RICE SOUP



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This Creamy Chicken and Wild Rice Soup is such a hearty and satisfying soup. It will quickly become a new favorite to add into your rotation. It's like a chicken noodle soup made creamy with rice in place of noodles.

Provided by Jaclyn

Categories     Soup

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 14

3/4 cup uncooked wild rice blend*
1 cup chopped yellow onion ((1 small onion))
1 cup diced carrots ((2 medium))
1 cup diced celery ((3 ribs))
7 Tbsp butter, (diced, divided)
1 large garlic clove, (minced (1 1/2 tsp))
4 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1/4 tsp of each dried thyme, (marjoram, sage and rosemary (or 1 tsp fresh, minced of any))
Salt and ground black pepper, (to taste)
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts halves
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups milk
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 tsp lemon zest

Steps:

  • Prepare rice according to directions listed on package.
  • Halfway through the rice cooking, in a separate large pot, melt 1 Tbsp butter over medium heat. Add onion, carrots and celery and saute 4 minutes, add garlic and saute 30 seconds longer.
  • Add chicken broth, thyme, marjoram, sage, rosemary and season with salt and black pepper to taste. Increase heat to medium-high, add chicken and bring mixture to a boil.
  • Cover pot with lid, reduce to medium-low heat and allow mixture to simmer until chicken is cooked through, about 12 - 16 minutes (rotating chicken to opposite side once during cooking for thicker chicken breasts - if they don't fully immerse in broth).
  • Remove chicken and set aside on cutting board to cool 5 minutes then shred into small bite size pieces. Leave soup covered over warm heat.
  • Meanwhile in a separate medium saucepan, melt remaining 6 Tbsp butter over medium heat. Add flour and cook 1 1/2 minutes, whisking constantly.
  • Then while whisking vigorously, slowly pour milk into butter/flour mixture. Whisk in heavy cream. Cook mixture, stirring constantly until it thickens.
  • Add milk mixture to soup mixture in pot along with shredded chicken, cooked rice, and lemon zest. Stir well and remove from heat.
  • Let soup cool slightly and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 540 kcal, Carbohydrate 38 g, Protein 31 g, Fat 29 g, SaturatedFat 17 g, Cholesterol 139 mg, Sodium 787 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 7 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CREAMY CHICKEN AND WILD RICE SOUP



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A supremely filling, hearty soup. I serve this on cold rainy days with a loaf of homemade bread. Hint: this is perfect for leftover rotisserie chicken or chicken you've pulled from the bone after making homemade chicken stock! This soup makes great leftovers, but you might want to thin it slightly with skim milk or water when reheating.

Provided by Stephanie G

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Cream Soup Recipes     Cream of Chicken Soup Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 cups chicken broth
2 cups water
2 cooked, boneless chicken breast halves, shredded
1 (4.5 ounce) package quick cooking long grain and wild rice with seasoning packet
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
¾ cup all-purpose flour
½ cup butter
2 cups heavy cream

Steps:

  • In a large pot over medium heat, combine broth, water and chicken. Bring just to boiling, then stir in rice, reserving seasoning packet. Cover and remove from heat.
  • In a small bowl, combine salt, pepper and flour. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Stir in contents of seasoning packet until mixture is bubbly. Reduce heat to low, then stir in flour mixture by tablespoons, to form a roux. Whisk in cream, a little at a time, until fully incorporated and smooth. Cook until thickened, 5 minutes.
  • Stir cream mixture into broth and rice. Cook over medium heat until heated through, 10 to 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 462.5 calories, Carbohydrate 22.6 g, Cholesterol 135.1 mg, Fat 36.5 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 12 g, SaturatedFat 21.7 g, Sodium 996.9 mg, Sugar 1.1 g

CREAMY WILD RICE SOUP



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Whenever I make this soup in the morning, it's gone by evening! Friends and family alike rave about the unbeatable combination of down-home flavors.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h35m

Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 14

3/4 cup uncooked wild rice
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
4 cups water
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 medium onion, chopped
1 celery rib, diced
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1 medium carrot, diced
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
3 cups chicken broth
2 cups half-and-half cream
1 cup diced fully cooked ham
1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute rice in oil over medium heat, for 5 minutes. Add water and salt; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 35 minutes (rice will not be completely cooked). Drain, reserving 1-1/2 cups cooking liquid; set rice and liquid aside separately. , In the same kettle, saute the onion, celery and carrot in butter until onion is crisp-tender. Reduce heat; stir in flour and cook until bubbly. Gradually add broth and cooking liquid; stirring constantly. Bring to a boil, cook and stir for 2 minutes, stirring constantly or until thickened. Add the cream, ham, rosemary, pepper and reserved rice. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30-35 minutes or until rice is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 334 calories, Fat 21g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 70mg cholesterol, Sodium 873mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

CHICKEN WILD RICE SOUP



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I'm originally from Minnesota, where wild rice grows in abundance and is very popular in recipes. This creamy chicken and wild rice soup has been part of our Christmas Eve menu for years. To save time, I cook the chicken and wild rice and cut up the vegetables the day before. -Virginia Montmarquet, Riverside, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 1h

Yield 14 servings (3-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 quarts chicken broth
1/2 pound fresh mushrooms, chopped
1 cup finely chopped celery
1 cup shredded carrots
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules
1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
1/2 cup dry white wine or additional chicken broth
3 cups cooked wild rice
2 cups cubed cooked chicken

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine the first 9 ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30 minutes., In Dutch oven, melt butter; stir in flour until smooth. Gradually whisk in broth mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Whisk in soup and wine. Add rice and chicken; heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 154 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 807mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

CREAMY CHICKEN RICE SOUP



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I came up with this creamy chicken rice soup recipe while making some adjustments to a favorite stovetop chicken casserole. We like this soup for lunch with a crisp roll and fresh fruit. -Janice Mitchell, Aurora, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings (1-1/4 qt.).

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon canola oil
1 medium carrot, chopped
1 celery rib, chopped
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
1/3 cup uncooked long grain rice
3/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) reduced-sodium chicken broth
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 can (5 ounces) evaporated milk
2 cups cubed cooked chicken breast

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium-high heat; saute carrot, celery and onion until tender. Add garlic; cook and stir 1 minute. Stir in rice, seasonings and broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until rice is tender, about 15 minutes., Mix flour and milk until smooth; stir into soup. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. Stir in chicken; heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 312 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 71mg cholesterol, Sodium 699mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 29g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

NELSON BROTHER'S CREAMY CHICKEN AND WILD RICE SOUP



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 50m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup coined carrots
1/2 cup diced celery
1/2 cup broccoli buds
1/2 cup diced onion
1/4 cup paste style chicken base
2 cups water
1 cup cheese sauce
2 cups milk
1 cup cooked wild rice
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon flour
1 pound cooked cubed chicken

Steps:

  • In a soup pot, combine carrots, celery, broccoli, onion, chicken base, and water, and bring to a boil. Add cheese sauce, milk, and wild rice. Return to a boil. Combine butter and flour in a saucepan and cook until mixture bubbles. Remove from heat and cool. Add the roux to the soup to thicken to desired consistency. Stir in chicken. Simmer until incorporated.

CREAMY CHICKEN 'N' WILD RICE SOUP



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Hinckley, Minnesota's Bonnie Erickson shares a comforting, cool-weather soup that's chock-full of homey, harvest goodness. "I'm always being asked to make this recipe for friends," she adds, "and there's never any left over!"

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h15m

Yield 8 servings (2-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 12

2/3 cup uncooked wild rice
2/3 cup chopped onion
2/3 cup chopped carrot
2 tablespoons butter
6 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 cup chopped fresh broccoli
3 cups cubed cooked chicken breast
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup fat-free half-and-half

Steps:

  • Cook rice according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan coated with cooking spray, cook onion and carrot in butter for 2 minutes. Stir in the broth, potatoes, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes. Add broccoli; cook 3-7 minutes longer or until potatoes are tender. , Drain rice if necessary; fluff with a fork. Stir chicken and rice into potato mixture; heat through. In a small bowl, combine flour and half-and-half until smooth. Gradually stir into soup. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 251 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 48mg cholesterol, Sodium 707mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CREAM OF WILD RICE SOUP



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Tender cubes of chicken, fresh vegetables and wild rice make this soup hearty enough for a meal. You can't beat the down-home comfort of a warm bowlful. I like to serve it with whole wheat rolls. -J. Beatrice Hintz, Neenah, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 10 servings (2-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 large onion, chopped
1 large carrot, shredded
1 celery rib, chopped
1/4 cup butter
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
8 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
3 cups cooked wild rice
1 cup cubed cooked chicken breast
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup fat-free evaporated milk
1/4 cup minced chives

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute the onion, carrot and celery in butter until tender. Stir in flour until blended. Gradually add broth. Stir in the rice, chicken, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. stir in milk; cook 3-5 minutes longer. Garnish with chives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 176 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 600mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 11g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CREAM OF CHICKEN WITH WILD RICE SOUP



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This makes a lovely chicken and wild rice soup.

Provided by Thomas

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Cream Soup Recipes     Cream of Chicken Soup Recipes

Time 2h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 ⅓ cups wild rice
1 (3 pound) whole chicken, cut into pieces
7 cups water
1 cup chopped celery
1 cup chopped onion
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 cup fresh mushrooms, sliced
2 tablespoons chicken bouillon granules
¾ teaspoon ground white pepper
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup margarine
¾ cup all-purpose flour
4 cups milk
¾ cup white wine

Steps:

  • Cook the wild rice according to package directions, but remove from heat about 15 minutes before it's done. Drain the excess liquid, and set aside.
  • In a stock pot over high heat, combine the chicken and the water. Bring to a boil, and then reduce heat to low. Simmer for 40 minutes, or until chicken is cooked and tender. Remove chicken from the pot, and allow it to cool. Strain the broth from the pot, and reserve for later. When chicken is cool, remove the meat from the bones, cut into bite size pieces, and reserve. Discard the fat and the bones.
  • In the same stock pot over medium heat, saute the celery and onion in the oil for 5 minutes. Add the mushrooms, and cover. Cook for 5 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until everything is tender. Return the broth to the stock pot, and add the partially cooked wild rice. Stir in the bouillon, white pepper and salt; simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, melt margarine in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the flour until smooth. Whisk in the milk, and continue cooking until mixture is bubbly and thick. Add some of the broth mixture to the milk mixture, continuing to stir, then stir all of the milk mixture into the broth mixture.
  • Mix in the reserved chicken meat and the white wine. Allow this to heat through for about 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 571.6 calories, Carbohydrate 38.1 g, Cholesterol 84.5 mg, Fat 29.6 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 33.6 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, Sodium 431.7 mg, Sugar 8 g

Tips:

  • Mise en place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all of your ingredients and equipment ready to go. This will help you stay organized and avoid scrambling.
  • Use fresh ingredients: Fresh ingredients will give your soup the best flavor. If possible, use organic or locally-sourced ingredients.
  • Don't overcrowd the pot: When you add the chicken and vegetables to the pot, make sure they are in a single layer. This will help them cook evenly.
  • Simmer, don't boil: Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. This will help the flavors to develop without overcooking the ingredients.
  • Season to taste: Taste the soup as you go and adjust the seasonings as needed. You may need to add more salt, pepper, or herbs.
  • Garnish before serving: Before you serve the soup, garnish it with fresh herbs, grated Parmesan cheese, or a dollop of sour cream. This will add a touch of elegance and flavor.

Conclusion:

Creamy chicken wild rice soup is a delicious and comforting dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is also relatively easy to make, especially if you follow the tips above. So next time you are looking for a hearty and flavorful soup, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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