Creamy Chicken-Wild Rice Soup

May 19, 2023May 19, 20230 14
Creamy and Delicious Chicken-Wild Rice Soup Recipe
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Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 tablespoons butter
1/2 onion , finely chopped
1/2 cup celery , chopped
1/2 cup carrot , sliced
1/2 lb fresh mushrooms , sliced
6 tablespoons flour
4 cups chicken stock
1 cup cooked wild rice
3/4 lb boneless skinless chicken breast , cooked and shredded
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon curry powder
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
1/4 teaspoon black pepper , to taste
1/2 cup slivered almonds ( optional )
2 tablespoons sherry wine ( not cooking sherry )
3/4 cup half-and-half

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
513
Sugar
6g
Fat
36g
Creamy chicken-wild rice soup is a classic American comfort food, perfect for a cold winter day or whenever you need a warm and comforting meal. This version of the soup is made with fresh mushrooms, celery, and carrots, adding some extra nutrition and flavor to the dish. The wild rice gives it a unique texture while the tender shredded chicken brings everything together. The spices used in this soup, such as curry powder, add an extra kick of flavor, making this soup not just comforting but also delicious.

Instructions

1.First, heat the butter in a large pot. Once melted, add the onions, celery, and carrots. Cook until they are soft, approximately 5 minutes.
2.Next, add the mushrooms and cook until they have released their moisture and are starting to brown, approximately 5-7 minutes.
3.Add the flour and stir until the vegetables are coated. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.
4.Slowly add the chicken stock, stirring constantly until everything is well combined. Bring the mixture to a boil.
5.Reduce the heat to low and add the cooked wild rice, shredded chicken, salt, curry powder, dried parsley, and black pepper. Cook for an additional 10 minutes.
6.Add the half-and-half and sherry wine and bring the soup back to a simmer.
7.Serve hot, garnished with slivered almonds, if desired.

PROS

This soup is rich and creamy, with a delicious blend of flavors from the wild rice, chicken, and curry powder.

It is also easy to make and can be served as a hearty meal or a comforting appetizer.

CONS

The half-and-half and butter in this recipe contribute to a high calorie and fat content.

People with dairy or gluten sensitivities should avoid this recipe.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This soup contains a good amount of protein from the chicken and slivered almonds, as well as fiber from the wild rice and vegetables.
The curry powder also contains anti-inflammatory properties and may help lower cholesterol.

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