Creamy Mushroom Chicken and Wild Rice Soup
This Creamy Mushroom Chicken and Wild Rice Soup is the ultimate comfort food with its rich, creamy broth, savory mushrooms, tender chicken, and wild rice. Perfect for chilly nights!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-45 minutes
- Total Time: 50-55 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons butter – for sautéing the mushrooms.
- 1 pound mushrooms, sliced – adds earthy flavor to the soup.
- 1 tablespoon butter – for sautéing vegetables.
- 1 onion, diced – for savory depth.
- 2 carrots, diced – adds a touch of sweetness.
- 2 stalks celery, diced – for freshness and crunch.
- 2 cloves garlic, chopped – for an aromatic boost.
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped – for earthy, herby flavor.
- 6 cups chicken broth – the base of the soup.
- 1 cup wild rice or a blend – provides texture and heartiness.
- 1 1/2 cups cooked chicken, diced or shredded – for protein.
- 1 cup milk or cream – for a creamy, rich finish.
- 1 cup grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese – adds sharp, nutty flavor.
- Salt and pepper, to taste – for seasoning.
Instructions
- Sauté Mushrooms: In a pan over medium-high heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Add the sliced mushrooms and cook until they release their liquids and the liquid evaporates (about 10-15 minutes). Set aside.
- Cook Vegetables: In the same pan, melt 1 tablespoon of butter. Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Cook until tender (about 8-10 minutes).
- Add Aromatics: Stir in the garlic and thyme. Cook until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Simmer Soup: Add chicken broth, wild rice, cooked chicken, and sautéed mushrooms. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Cover and cook until the rice is tender (about 20-30 minutes).
- Finish with Cream: Stir in the milk and grated Parmesan cheese. Cook until the cheese melts, then season with salt and pepper to taste.
Notes
Optional Additions:
- For extra mushroom flavor, soak 1 ounce of dried mushrooms in 1 cup of boiled water for 20 minutes. Add the soaked mushrooms and their water along with the garlic.
- For a savory twist, add 2 tablespoons of white miso paste in step 5 before seasoning with salt and pepper.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 1 cup)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 65mg