Creamy Chicken Wild Rice Soup – Crock Pot Recipe

Name: Creamy Chicken Wild Rice Soup – Crock Pot
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup uncooked wild rice; 1/2 cup uncooked basmati rice; 1 1/2 lbs chicken breasts; 1 cup onion, diced; 1 cup carrot, diced; 3/4 cup celery, diced; 4 -5 garlic cloves, minced; 1 -2 bay leaf (depending on strength); 6 cups low sodium chicken broth; 2 cups water; 1 tablespoon italian seasoning; 1 1/2 teaspoons black pepper; 2 teaspoons salt; 5 tablespoons butter; 1/2 cup all-purpose flour; 2 cups whole milk

Servings: persons

1/2 cup uncooked wild rice
1/2 cup uncooked basmati rice
1 1/2 lbs chicken breasts
1 cup onion, diced
1 cup carrot, diced
3/4 cup celery, diced
4 -5 garlic cloves, minced
1 -2 bay leaf (depending on strength)
6 cups low sodium chicken broth
2 cups water
1 tablespoon italian seasoning
1 1/2 teaspoons black pepper
2 teaspoons salt
5 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups whole milk

1
Rinse the rice under running water. In a 5-1/2 quart slow cooker, place uncooked rice, chicken breast, onions, carrots, celery, garlic, bay leaf, chicken broth, water, italian seasoning, salt and pepper. Cover and cook on high for 4 hours or on low for 7-8 hours. Remove chicken from pot during the last 30 minutes of cooking. Allow to cool.
2
slightly then shred with two forks.
3
Add the chicken back to the slow cooker and continue cooking vegetables through. Melt butter in a small saucepan.
4
Add the flour and cook for one minute. Whisk the mixture slowly while adding the milk, whisking to remove all lumps and until sauce has thickened and become creamy.
5
Add the bechemel sauce to the slow cooker, stirring to combine. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Let sit 5 minutes, soup will thicken as it stands.

1501

kcal

Calories

Fat

100

Carbs

181

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup uncooked wild rice, 1/2 cup uncooked basmati rice, 1 1/2 lbs chicken breasts, 1 cup onion, diced, and more.

Yes, Creamy Chicken Wild Rice Soup – Crock Pot falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Creamy Chicken Wild Rice Soup – Crock Pot

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Variations & substitutions

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