Slow Cooker Chicken Wild Rice Soup
Warm your heart with a bowl of Slow Cooker Chicken Wild Rice Soup, the ultimate comfort food for chilly days. This creamy, hearty soup is brimming with tender chicken, nutty wild rice, and vibrant vegetables, creating a nourishing meal that will fill your home with delightful aromas. Effortless to prepare, simply layer the ingredients in your slow cooker and let it work its magic. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this dish is sure to become a beloved favorite. With its rich flavors and creamy texture, every spoonful feels like a warm hug on a cold day.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup wild rice blend
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 2 bay leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Chop the vegetables: Dice the onion, slice the carrots, and chop the celery.
- Layer the ingredients: Place the chopped vegetables at the bottom of your slow cooker. Add chicken breasts on top and sprinkle in wild rice.
- Add broth: Pour in chicken broth until all ingredients are submerged.
- Season: Sprinkle minced garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper over everything. Add bay leaves.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 4 hours.
- Finish up: After cooking, shred the chicken with two forks and return it to the pot. Stir in heavy cream before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg