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Creamy Crockpot Chicken Wild Rice Soup

Creamy Crockpot Chicken Wild Rice Soup

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When winter’s chill sets in, there’s nothing quite like a bowl of Creamy Crockpot Chicken Wild Rice Soup to warm your soul. This heartwarming recipe combines tender chicken, nutty wild rice, and vibrant vegetables, all simmered together in a rich, creamy broth that envelops you like a cozy hug. With minimal prep time and the magic of slow cooking, this dish transforms simple ingredients into a comforting family favorite. Perfect for busy weeknights or lazy Sundays, each spoonful offers an inviting aroma that fills your kitchen and brings loved ones together around the table. Get ready to create lasting memories with this deliciously satisfying soup!

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ lb chicken breasts (skinless)
  • 4 carrots (sliced)
  • 3 celery stalks (chopped)
  • 1 onion (diced)
  • 79 cups chicken broth (low-sodium)
  • 1 cup uncooked wild rice (rinsed)
  • 45 garlic cloves (minced)
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 Tbsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp dried parsley
  • ¼ cup flour (gluten-free optional)
  • ½ cup half-and-half
  • ½ cup whole milk
  • Sea salt and cracked pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Dice the onion and slice the carrots thinly. Chop the celery into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Layer the bottom of your crockpot with raw chicken breasts. Sprinkle minced garlic and seasonings over the chicken.
  3. Add the diced onion, sliced carrots, and chopped celery on top.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and sprinkle rinsed wild rice evenly across the mixture. Add the bay leaf.
  5. Cover and cook on LOW for 6-8 hours until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.
  6. Remove chicken from the pot, shred it with forks, then whisk together flour, half-and-half, and whole milk until smooth.
  7. Stir this mixture back into the crockpot while gently combining everything; let it cook for an additional 30 minutes on LOW.
  8. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.

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