5-Star Flavor Made Simple: Hearty Crock Pot Chicken & Wild Rice Soup
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When the weather cools or your schedule heats up, there’s nothing like the ease and comfort of a crock pot soup. Slow cooking allows flavors to meld deeply and transform simple ingredients into something truly special. This Hearty Chicken & Wild Rice Soup is no exception — packed with vegetables, tender chicken, and nutty wild rice, it’s both nutritious and soul-warming.
Whether you're feeding a family or prepping meals for the week, this slow cooker recipe is a must-try.
Why You’ll Love This Soup
Dump-and-go simplicity – just toss everything in and let the crock pot do the work.
Healthy and filling – packed with lean protein, fiber-rich wild rice, and plenty of veggies.
Freezer-friendly – perfect for meal prep or leftovers.
🍲 Crock Pot Chicken & Wild Rice Soup Recipe
Ingredients:
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
1 cup uncooked wild rice (or wild rice blend)
1 medium yellow onion, diced
3 carrots, sliced
3 celery stalks, sliced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried rosemary
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 cup unsweetened canned coconut milk or heavy cream (for creaminess)
2 tablespoons olive oil or butter (optional, for sautéing)
Instructions:
Optional Sauté (Boost Flavor):
In a small skillet, heat olive oil and lightly sauté onion, carrots, celery, and garlic for 5–6 minutes. This step is optional but enhances flavor.
Add Ingredients to Crock Pot:
Place chicken, wild rice, sautéed veggies (or raw if skipping sauté), thyme, rosemary, salt, pepper, and chicken broth into a 6-quart slow cooker.
Cook:
Cover and cook on low for 7–8 hours or high for 4–5 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and the rice is tender.
Shred Chicken:
Remove the chicken, shred with two forks, and return to the pot.
Cream It Up:
Stir in coconut milk or cream, adjust salt and pepper to taste, and let it heat through for 10–15 more minutes.
Serve:
Ladle into bowls and serve hot. Optionally garnish with fresh parsley or a squeeze of lemon juice for brightness.
🔄 Variations & Add-Ins
Vegetarian Version: Swap chicken for white beans and use vegetable broth.
Spicy Kick: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a diced jalapeño.
Extra Greens: Stir in baby spinach or kale in the last 15 minutes of cooking.
🧊 Storage & Reheating
Refrigerate: Keeps well for 4–5 days in an airtight container.
Freeze: Let cool completely, then freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat on the stove or in the microwave.
Final Ladle
Slow cooker soups are the definition of comfort made easy, and this Chicken & Wild Rice Soup hits all the right notes: creamy, hearty, and deeply flavorful. Whether you're cooking for one or feeding a crew, it’s a recipe worth returning to again and again.
Enjoy the warmth—one spoonful at a time. 🍲✨
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