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Cozy Crockpot Chicken Wild Rice Soup Recipe with Creamy Herbs

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A warm and comforting slow-cooked chicken wild rice soup with a creamy herb finish, perfect for cozy nights and easy weeknight meals.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs (or breasts)
  • 6 cups low sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup diced carrots
  • 1 cup diced celery stalks
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 3/4 cup wild rice blend
  • 1 cup heavy cream (can substitute with coconut cream for dairy-free)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, finely crushed
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Optional garnishes: chopped green onions, fresh cracked black pepper, crusty bread

Instructions

  1. Dice the carrots, celery, and onion into small, uniform pieces. Trim and cut chicken thighs into bite-sized chunks. Rinse the wild rice blend under cold water if desired.
  2. Add chicken broth, water, diced vegetables, and wild rice blend to the crockpot. Stir gently to combine. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
  3. Nestle the chicken pieces into the liquid, ensuring they are fully submerged.
  4. Cook on low for 5-6 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until the wild rice and vegetables are tender.
  5. About 30 minutes before serving, remove the chicken pieces and shred them with two forks. Return shredded chicken to the soup.
  6. Stir in heavy cream, dried thyme, rosemary, garlic powder, and chopped parsley. Let the soup simmer uncovered for another 20-30 minutes to thicken and infuse herbs.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Add broth or water if soup is too thick.
  8. Serve warm, garnished with green onions or cracked black pepper if desired.

Notes

Add cream near the end of cooking to prevent curdling. Use chicken thighs for juiciness. Rinse wild rice to reduce starchiness. Adjust seasoning at the end to avoid over-salting. For dairy-free, substitute heavy cream with coconut or cashew cream. Soup can be frozen for up to 3 months.

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