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Creamy Mushroom Chicken and Wild Rice Soup


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  • Author: Isabella
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This Creamy Mushroom Chicken and Wild Rice Soup is a comforting, hearty dish filled with tender chicken, earthy mushrooms, and wild rice. Perfect for cozy nights or meal prep, this flavorful soup is customizable, nutritious, and easy to make.

 


Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 pound mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 stalks celery, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon thyme, chopped
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup wild rice (or a blend with wild rice)
  • 1½ cups cooked chicken, diced or shredded
  • 1 cup milk or cream
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Sauté Mushrooms:
    • Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large saucepan over medium-high heat.
    • Add mushrooms, cooking until moisture evaporates (10–15 minutes). Set aside.
  2. Sauté Vegetables:
    • In the same pan, melt 1 tablespoon of butter.
    • Add onion, carrots, and celery; sauté for 5–7 minutes until tender.
    • Stir in garlic and thyme; cook for 1 minute.
  3. Add Broth and Rice:
    • Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil.
    • Stir in wild rice, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20–25 minutes until rice is tender.
  4. Combine Ingredients:
    • Return cooked mushrooms to the pan.
    • Add cooked chicken, milk or cream, and Parmesan cheese. Stir and cook for 5 minutes.
  5. Season and Serve:
    • Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with thyme or parsley if desired.

Notes

  • Substitute wild rice with white rice or other grains, adjusting cooking time.
  • To make it vegetarian, use vegetable broth and replace chicken with chickpeas or tofu.
  • Add spinach, kale, or other vegetables for extra nutrition.
  • Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American