Best 6 Creamy Chicken N Wild Rice Soup Recipes

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Feast your taste buds on a culinary journey with our creamy chicken and wild rice soup, a symphony of flavors that will warm your soul on a chilly day. This delectable soup is a harmonious blend of tender chicken, earthy wild rice, and an array of vegetables, all enveloped in a velvety cream sauce. With a medley of herbs and spices adding depth and complexity, this soup is a true comfort food classic.

Indulge in variations of this classic, from the hearty chicken and rice soup with its simple yet satisfying broth, to the rich and creamy chicken and wild rice soup with its luxurious texture. For those seeking a lighter option, the chicken and brown rice soup offers a healthier alternative with all the comforting flavors. And for a vegetarian twist, the creamy wild rice soup provides a satisfying and flavorful plant-based option. Dive into the world of creamy chicken and wild rice soup, and discover a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

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 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 '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

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

CREAMY CHICKEN WILD RICE SOUP



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I usually double this recipe or triple it - we LOVE this soup (stew? it's on the thicker side)! You can easily freeze this to reheat later - I like to do it in my food-saver bags, then all I have to do is boil the bag. I tend to "eye-ball" my measurements on the onion, carrots, celery because they just add more wonderful flavor anyways. With the wild rice - you can either use the directions listed below or cook according to the package directions with as much rice as you want! :) Serve with a nice crusty bread - I really like french or ciabatta because they're both good at soaking up the last wonderful drops in the bowl!

Provided by Jollymae

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 35m

Yield 6 Bowls, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2/3 cup wild rice, uncooked
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon onion, minced
1/3 cup carrot, Diced
1/3 cup celery, Diced
1/3 cup flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 quart chicken broth, heated
3 cups cooked chicken, Diced
pepper, to taste
1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning
1 cup cream

Steps:

  • Rinse wild rice. Soak in cold water for one hour. Drain rice. Cover with boiling water and cook over low heat for 40 minutes.
  • Melt butter in a 4-quart pan, saute' onion, carrots and celery until tender. Blend in flour. Gradually add the heated chicken broth, stirring constantly, until slightly thickened. Stir in the rice, chicken, and seasonings. Simmer over low heat 7-10 minutes. Add the cream slowly to the soup. Heat just to serving temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 385.9, Fat 22, SaturatedFat 11.7, Cholesterol 106.9, Sodium 806.1, Carbohydrate 21.4, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 1.4, Protein 25.1

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 starting, measure and prepare all ingredients. This will help ensure a smooth cooking process.
  • Choose High-Quality Ingredients: Opt for fresh, organic ingredients whenever possible. High-quality ingredients result in a more flavorful soup.
  • Brown the Chicken: Browning the chicken adds flavor and depth to the soup. Ensure the chicken is evenly browned before adding it to the pot.
  • Use a Variety of Mushrooms: This recipe calls for a combination of cremini and shiitake mushrooms, but feel free to use your favorites or whatever is available. Different mushrooms impart different flavors and textures.
  • Simmer the Soup: Simmering allows the flavors to meld and develop. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for at least 30 minutes, or up to an hour for a richer flavor.
  • Adjust Seasoning to Taste: Taste the soup as it simmers and adjust the seasoning as needed. Add more salt, pepper, or herbs until the flavors are balanced.
  • Garnish Before Serving: Before serving, garnish the soup with fresh herbs like parsley, chives, or dill. This adds a pop of color and freshness.

Conclusion:

This creamy chicken and wild rice soup is a hearty, flavorful, and satisfying meal. It's perfect for a cold winter day or a cozy dinner with friends. With its combination of tender chicken, savory wild rice, and creamy broth, this soup is sure to become a family favorite. The recipe is also versatile and easy to customize. Feel free to add your favorite vegetables or herbs, or use different types of mushrooms. You can also adjust the amount of cream or milk to achieve your desired consistency. So, gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and let's get cooking!

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