Wild Rice Chicken Mushroom Soup – A Creamy Cozy Favorite

Enjoy a comforting bowl of Wild Rice Chicken Mushroom Soup, filled with hearty ingredients and rich flavors, perfect for chilly evenings.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 55

Total Time 1 10

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Soups

Cuisine: American

Calories: 420

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Soup

1 cup Chopped Mushrooms A mix is ideal for enhanced flavor.
1 cup Wild Rice Can swap with white or brown rice if preferred.
6 cups Chicken Broth Use vegetable broth for a vegetarian version.
2 cups Cooked, Shredded Chicken Best for texture.

For the Creaminess

1 cup Milk Use unsweetened coconut milk for dairy-free.
1/2 cup Cream Omit for a lighter version.
1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Leave out for dairy-free.

For Cooking

1 tablespoon Olive Oil Ideal for sautéing.
1 tablespoon Butter Omit for dairy-free.
to taste Salt
to taste Black Pepper

For Garnishing

to taste Fresh Parsley Finely chopped for garnish.

Equipment

Large pot

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

In a large pot over medium heat, melt olive oil and butter. Add in chopped mushrooms, onion, and garlic. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until tender.
Stir in wild rice, allowing it to toast for about 1 minute. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and let simmer for about 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
After cooking, add in shredded chicken, milk, and cream. Stir gently and let simmer for another 5-10 minutes until creamy.
Season with salt and black pepper. Ladle into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, monitor wild rice while it simmers to avoid mushiness. Sauté aromatics to enhance flavor depth. Can use unsweetened coconut milk for a lighter version.

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