Chicken and Wild Rice Soup Recipe ๐ฒ
Overview:
This Chicken and Wild Rice Soup is a delightful alternative to traditional chicken noodle soup, offering a wholesome combination of tender chicken, aromatic wild rice, and crisp vegetables. Perfect for chilly winter days or whenever you’re craving a comforting bowl of homemade goodness. Plus, it’s a breeze to prepare, with minimal hands-on time required.
- Preparation Time: 15 minutes
- Cooking Time: 4-6 hours on low or 2-3 hours on high
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Servings: Approximately 6
- Calories per Serving: 175.8
- Keywords: Poultry, Rice, Meat, Winter
Ingredients:
- 4 cups water
- 1 lb boneless chicken, diced
- 1 chicken bouillon cube (or substitute with 1 cup chicken broth and reduce water by 1 cup)
- 1 quart chicken broth
- 1 package Uncle Ben’s chicken-flavored wild rice (including seasoning packet)
- 1 tablespoon dried parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Salt to taste
- 2 raw carrots, diced
- 1 stalk celery, diced
- 1 can cream of chicken soup
Instructions:
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Prepare the Base:
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- Note: If substituting with chicken broth instead of bouillon cube, omit 1 cup of water.
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Cooking in the Crockpot:
- Cook on low heat for 4-6 hours or on high heat for 2-3 hours until the chicken is tender and flavorful.
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Prepare Vegetables:
- While the chicken cooks, dice the carrots and celery, setting them aside for later.
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Add Rice and Vegetables:
- Once the chicken is cooked, stir in the wild rice (including the seasoning packet) and diced carrots into the broth mixture.
- Continue cooking on high heat for an additional 30 minutes or until the rice is nearly done.
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Final Touches:
- After the rice is almost fully cooked, add the can of cream of chicken soup and diced celery into the crockpot.
- Cook for an additional fifteen minutes to allow the flavors to meld together perfectly.
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Serve and Enjoy:
- Ladle the warm and comforting Chicken and Wild Rice Soup into bowls.
- Garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and serve hot with crusty bread or crackers for a satisfying meal.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 175.8 per serving
- Fat Content: 11.6g
- Saturated Fat Content: 3.3g
- Cholesterol Content: 56.8mg
- Sodium Content: 618.8mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 2.8g
- Fiber Content: 0.9g
- Sugar Content: 1.1g
- Protein Content: 14.5g
This Chicken and Wild Rice Soup recipe is a delightful blend of flavors and textures, perfect for warming you up on chilly evenings or providing a comforting meal any day of the week. Adjust the seasoning and salt to your liking, and feel free to customize with your favorite vegetables for a personal touch. Enjoy the hearty goodness of this wholesome soup with family and friends! ๐ฅ๐ฅ