Savory Curried Chicken, Wild Rice, and Apple Soup

Name: Savory Curried Chicken, Wild Rice, and Apple Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup slivered almonds; 4 cups chopped cooked chicken; 1/2 cup mango chutney; 3 tablespoons butter; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 2 onions, finely chopped; 3 stalks celery, finely chopped; 3 cloves garlic, minced - or more to taste; 1 (28 ounce) can chopped tomatoes in juice; 1 cup golden raisins; 2 tablespoons Madras curry powder; 1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper; 8 cups chicken stock; 2 cups cooked wild rice; 2 apples, cored and chopped; 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; salt and pepper to taste

Servings: persons

1/2 cup slivered almonds
4 cups chopped cooked chicken
1/2 cup mango chutney
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 onions, finely chopped
3 stalks celery, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced - or more to taste
1 (28 ounce) can chopped tomatoes in juice
1 cup golden raisins
2 tablespoons Madras curry powder
1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
8 cups chicken stock
2 cups cooked wild rice
2 apples, cored and chopped
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons lemon juice
salt and pepper to taste

1
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
2
Spread almonds onto a baking sheet with edges.
3
Toast almonds in preheated oven, stirring every 2 minutes, until lightly browned, 5 to 10 minutes; transfer to a large bowl.
4
Add chicken and mango chutney to the bowl; stir.
5
Melt butter with olive oil in a large stock pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
6
Cook and stir onion, celery, and garlic in melted butter until onions begin to soften, about 5 minutes.
7
Add tomatoes with juice and raisins; continue to cook, stirring frequently, until the raisins plump, about 10 minutes.
8
Season the mixture with curry powder and cayenne pepper; stir.
9
Pour chicken stock into the pot; add the chicken mixture, wild rice, apples, parsley, and lemon juice.
10
Bring the mixture to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer until the apples are tender yet retain some crispiness, about 5 minutes.
11
Season soup with salt and pepper.

1891

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

236

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.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup slivered almonds, 4 cups chopped cooked chicken, 1/2 cup mango chutney, 3 tablespoons butter, and more.

Yes, Savory Curried Chicken, Wild Rice, and Apple 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!