Crockpot Chicken and Wild Rice Soup
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
- 1 lb. skinless boneless chicken breast
- salt & pepper to season
- 3 carrots
diced
- 1 1/2 cups celery
diced
- 1 1/2 cups sweet onion
diced
- 3 garlic cloves
minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary
minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
minced
- 1 cup wild rice
- 6 cups of chicken broth
- 1/4 cup of cornstarch
- 1 cup whole or 2% milk
- 1 cup thinly sliced baby bella mushrooms
optional
- salt to taste
Directions
- 1
Pat chicken breast dry with a paper towel. Season both side of chicken breast with salt and pepper.
- 2
Heat a large skillet to medium high heat. Add in avocado oil and seasoned chicken breast. Sear each side for 2-3 minutes, or until slightly browned. (not cooked through – you’re just looking to add flavor to your soup)
- 3
To a crock pot, first add boneless skinless chicken breasts on the bottom.
- 4
Then add carrots, celery, onion, garlic cloves, rosemary, thyme, wild rice and chicken broth.
- 5
Cook on HIGH for 3 – 3.5 hours.
- 6
Remove chicken from the crock pot and shred with two forks. Add chicken back to the crock pot.
- 7
To a small bowl add cornstarch and milk. Whisk together so there are no lumps.
- 8
Next add mushrooms to the crockpot and pour milk mixture over the top and stir. Cover the crockpot and let cook an additional 30 minutes.
- 9
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 10
Serve!
Crockpot Chicken and Wild Rice Soup
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About this Recipe
Seeking a comforting, wholesome meal with minimal fuss? This Crockpot Chicken and Wild Rice Soup is your ultimate answer for an effortless weeknight dinner that satisfies. You'll love how this recipe delivers on flavor with incredible convenience.
Why This Soup Works
What makes this Crockpot Chicken and Wild Rice Soup a standout is its ingenious use of the slow cooker. With only 5 minutes of active prep time, you can transform simple ingredients into a rich, hearty, and deeply savory soup. The crockpot does all the heavy lifting, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully while you go about your day.
What to Expect
Get ready for a bowl of pure comfort. Each spoonful offers tender, succulent chicken breast, perfectly cooked wild rice, and a medley of finely diced carrots, celery, and sweet onion. Fresh rosemary and thyme infuse the creamy broth with an inviting, herbaceous aroma and taste. Optional baby bella mushrooms add an earthy depth, creating a truly robust and satisfying experience. The soup is wonderfully warming and feels like a hug in a bowl, perfect for any evening.
Customization & Variations
This Crockpot Chicken and Wild Rice Soup is quite versatile. While baby bella mushrooms are listed as an optional ingredient, feel free to omit them if they're not to your taste, or add more if you love their earthy flavor. For the creamy element, the recipe specifies either whole or 2% milk, giving you a slight choice based on your preference for richness.
Serving & Context
This robust and flavorful soup is ideal for a cozy weeknight dinner or a comforting meal on a chilly day. Serve this Crockpot Chicken and Wild Rice Soup piping hot alongside a generous slice of crunchy bread, perfect for soaking up every last drop of its delicious, creamy broth.