My Favorite Chicken And Wild Rice Soup Recipe

Name: My Favorite Chicken And Wild Rice Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 3 pounds chicken pieces; 2 whole carrots; 2 stalks celery, cut in half; 1 large whole onion, peeled; salt and pepper, to taste; 5 cloves garlic, crushed; 1 (6 ounce) package long grain and wild rice mix (such as Uncle Ben's (R) Original); 3 carrots, chopped; 1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice; chopped fresh parsley

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
3 pounds chicken pieces
2 whole carrots
2 stalks celery, cut in half
1 large whole onion, peeled
salt and pepper, to taste
5 cloves garlic, crushed
1 (6 ounce) package long grain and wild rice mix (such as Uncle Ben's (R) Original)
3 carrots, chopped
1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice
chopped fresh parsley

1
Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat; add the chicken, whole carrots, celery, and whole onion. Cook until the chicken is browned, about 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Stir in the crushed garlic cloves, and cook until soft, about 1 to 2 minutes. Pour enough water into the pot to cover the chicken and vegetables. Simmer for 2 to 3 hours. Add water as necessary.
2
While the soup is simmering, cook the rice according to package instructions. Refrigerate when done.
3
Removed cooked chicken from the pot to cool. Strain the broth, discarding cooked vegetables. Shred chicken and return to the pot along with the broth; stir in chopped carrots and lemon juice. Bring soup to a simmer, and cook until the carrots are soft, about 10 minutes. Stir in the cooked rice and chopped parsley. Heat until hot, about 5 minutes. Season with additional salt and pepper, if needed.

761

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

109

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, 3 pounds chicken pieces, 2 whole carrots, 2 stalks celery, cut in half, and more.

Yes, My Favorite Chicken And Wild Rice Soup 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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My Favorite Chicken And Wild Rice Soup

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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