Creamy Mushroom Chicken and Wild Rice Soup: A Cozy Indulgence for All
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This creamy mushroom chicken and wild rice soup is the perfect hearty dish to warm you up on a chilly day.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 1 cup wild rice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 2 cups mushrooms, sliced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the diced chicken and cook until browned.
- Add the onions, carrots, and garlic, and sauté for 5 minutes.
- Add the mushrooms and cook until they are soft.
- Stir in the wild rice and thyme, then add the chicken broth.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
- Add the heavy cream and season with salt and pepper before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding herbs like parsley or dill.
- You can substitute half-and-half for a lighter version.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg