Description
Warm up your chilly evenings with Comforting Autumn Wild Rice Soup, a delightful dish designed to embrace the cozy vibes of fall. This nourishing soup features a rich blend of wild rice, tender chicken, and fresh vegetables, all simmered in savory broth and infused with aromatic herbs. Perfect for family dinners or intimate gatherings with friends, this hearty meal is not only satisfying but also easy to prepare. With its inviting aroma and creamy texture, it’s sure to become a staple on your autumn menu. Enjoy it with crusty bread or a side salad for a complete dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup wild rice
- 4 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 8 ounces cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup heavy cream or coconut milk
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onion, carrots, celery, and mushrooms until softened (5-7 minutes).
- Add garlic, thyme, sage, rosemary, and red pepper flakes; cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Stir in rinsed wild rice and chicken broth (add apple juice if desired). Combine well.
- Bring to a boil; reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer for about 45-50 minutes until rice is tender.
- Stir in shredded chicken and cream or coconut milk. Season with salt and pepper; heat through for an additional 5-10 minutes.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley and toasted nuts.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 75mg