Creamy Mushroom Chicken and Wild Rice Soup is a comforting, savory dish that combines the richness of chicken, the earthy flavors of mushrooms, and the hearty texture of wild rice.
Author:Souzan
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:40 minutes
Total Time:55 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Soup
Method:Stovetop
Cuisine:American
Diet:Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
1 cup diced onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup wild rice, rinsed
6 cups chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon dried thyme
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced chicken and cook until browned.
Add the sliced mushrooms, onion, and garlic, and cook until the vegetables are tender.
Stir in the wild rice, chicken broth, and thyme. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
After 30 minutes, stir in the heavy cream, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook for an additional 10 minutes.
Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
This soup can be made ahead of time and refrigerated for up to 3 days.
For a thicker consistency, reduce the amount of chicken broth.