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Slow cooker chicken wild rice soup for cozy nights!

slow cooker chicken wild rice soup
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A comforting and hearty slow cooker chicken wild rice soup perfect for cozy nights.

  • Author: Dija
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6-8 hours
  • Total Time: 6-8 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup wild rice, rinsed
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup heavy cream (optional)

Instructions

  1. Place the chicken breasts at the bottom of the slow cooker.
  2. Add the wild rice, onion, carrots, celery, and garlic on top of the chicken.
  3. Pour in the chicken broth and add thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
  5. Once cooked, shred the chicken and stir it back into the soup.
  6. If desired, stir in heavy cream before serving for a creamier texture.

Notes

  • For a healthier version, you can omit the heavy cream.
  • This soup can be frozen for up to 3 months.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables like mushrooms or spinach for extra nutrition.

Nutrition

Find it online: https://101simplyrecipes.com/slow-cooker-chicken-wild-rice-soup-recipe/