Copy-Cat Panera Cream of Chicken and Wild Rice Soup

PROS

This soup is creamy, hearty, and flavorful.

It is a perfect comfort food for chilly days.

It is also quick and easy to make using simple ingredients.

CONS

The soup is high in calories, fat, and sodium.

It should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This soup is a good source of protein and carbohydrates.
The vegetables in the soup provide essential vitamins and minerals.
Chicken broth and black pepper have soothing properties that can help ease cold and flu symptoms.

	6 cups chicken broth
	2 chicken breast halves ( cooked , boneless and cubed )
	1 package long grain and wild rice blend , quick cooking version ( You will use the seasoning packet . I used Uncle Bens roasted chicken flavor )
	1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
	1/2 cup all-purpose flour
	3/4 cup butter
	1 cup carrot , diced
	1 cup celery , diced
	1 cup onion , diced
	3 cups light cream ( can lighten by substituting part or all of the cream with fat-free evaporated milk , or half-and-half )

1.	In a large pot, bring chicken broth, cubed cooked chicken, and rice seasoning packet to a boil.
2.	Add quick cooking rice to the pot and reduce heat.
3.	In a separate pan, melt butter over medium heat and stir in flour.
4.	Add diced carrots, celery, and onions to the mixture and cook until vegetables are tender.
5.	Add the mixture to the pot of broth and rice and stir.
6.	Add light cream to the pot slowly, stirring while adding.
7.	Bring soup to a simmer, allowing it to thicken to desired consistency.
8.	Add black pepper to taste.

Copy-Cat Panera Cream of Chicken and Wild Rice Soup

Copy-Cat Panera Cream of Chicken and Wild Rice Soup Recipe

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