Hearty Slow Cooker Chicken Wild Rice Soup Comforting Meal
Experience a comforting meal with this hearty slow cooker chicken wild rice soup Effortless prep yields rich flavors in every bowl Perfect for any day
- Author: hbibamine1980
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
1.5 lbs Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 cup Wild rice
2 medium Carrots, diced
2 stalks Celery, diced
1 medium Onion, chopped
2 cloves Garlic, minced
6 cups Chicken broth
1 tsp Thyme, dried
1 Bay leaf
Salt and pepper to taste
½ cup Heavy cream (optional)
Prep the Ingredients: Begin by chopping all your vegetables and measuring out your spices. This will make the cooking process smoother. Place these in a bowl for easy access.
Layer the Ingredients: In your slow cooker, layer the chicken breasts at the bottom. Surround them with the diced carrots, celery, onion, and garlic.
Add Rice and Broth: Pour the wild rice over the vegetables, then add in the chicken broth. Ensure that all ingredients are evenly distributed.
Season: Sprinkle in the thyme, bay leaf, salt, and pepper for seasoning. Stir gently to combine without disturbing the chicken.
Cook: Cover and set your slow cooker to low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours. The chicken should be fully cooked and tender.
Shred the Chicken: Once cooked, remove the chicken breasts and shred them with two forks before adding them back into the soup.
Finish the Soup: If desired, stir in the heavy cream for a richer texture before serving. Adjust seasoning as necessary.
Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and enjoy your homemade comfort food!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g