DESCRIPTION OF RUSTIC CHICKEN AND WILD RICE SOUP
Rustic Chicken and Wild Rice Soup combine the hearty, comforting flavours of tender chicken, wild rice, and fresh vegetables in a savoury broth. This filling soup is perfect for chilly evenings or as a nourishing meal any day of the week. It’s easy to make and packed with nutrients, making it a healthy choice for families looking to enjoy a delicious, warming dish.
RECIPE CATEGORY
- Dinner
SERVING SIZE
- Serves 8
CUISINE
- American
PREPARATION/TECHNIQUES
- Simmer, One-Pot Wonders
OCCASION/HOLIDAY
- Fall, Winter, Family Dinner
SPECIAL CONSIDERATION/DIETARY CONCERNS
- Healthy, Low Fat, High Fibre
DISH TYPE
- Soup / Stew
INGREDIENTS FOR RUSTIC CHICKEN AND WILD RICE SOUP
- 1 Tbsp olive oil or butter
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 3 ribs celery, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 lb chicken breasts or shredded rotisserie chicken
- 1 cup uncooked wild rice
- 8 oz mushrooms, sliced (baby bellas recommended)
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp dried rosemary
- 1/4 tsp dried mustard
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 1 cup full-fat canned coconut milk, or heavy cream
- Garnish: Fresh thyme
FULL NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION
- Calories: Approximately 250 per serving
- Total Fat: 8g
- Protein: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
PREPARATION FOR RUSTIC CHICKEN AND WILD RICE SOUP
- Heat Oil: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery, cooking until softened.
- Add Garlic and Spices: Stir in garlic, thyme, rosemary, and dried mustard. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add Broth and Rice: Pour in chicken broth and add wild rice. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer.
- Cook Chicken: If using raw chicken, add now and simmer until cooked through. If using rotisserie chicken, add it near the end to warm.
- Add Mushrooms: Stir in mushrooms and continue to simmer until rice is tender, about 45 minutes.
- Finish with Cream: Stir in coconut milk or heavy cream and season with salt and pepper. Heat through.
- Serve: Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with fresh thyme.
PREP TIME
- 15 minutes
COOKING TIME
- 1 hour
TIPS FOR RUSTIC CHICKEN AND WILD RICE SOUP
- To enhance the flavour, sauté mushrooms separately before adding to the soup.
- For a thicker soup, blend part of the soup before adding the chicken.
VARIATIONS
- Vegan Version: Substitute chicken with chickpeas and use vegetable broth.
- Creamy Texture: Blend half the soup for a creamy consistency without adding cream.
PREPPING AND STORAGE GUIDE FOR RUSTIC CHICKEN AND WILD RICE SOUP
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight and reheat gently, adding a little broth if necessary.
This Rustic Chicken and Wild Rice Soup is not only a feast for your taste buds but also a comforting embrace in a bowl, perfect for those needing a touch of warmth and nutrition.