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Posted: 10/9/22 We can’t get enough of this creamy Crockpot Wild Rice Soup made with tender bits of chicken, nutty wild rice, and a creamy broth. And we know you’ll love it too. Everything goes right into the slow cooker so total prep time is less than 15 minutes. The slow cooker does the rest! Comfort food for the winA big bowl of this creamy chicken and wild rice soup with a hunk of crusty bread is the perfect meal when you want a meal that’s hearty and comforting yet low-fuss. We start with the usual soup vegetable suspects, carrot, onions, garlic, and celery, then add whole boneless, skinless chicken breasts, mushrooms, wild rice, chicken broth, and dried herbs. The magic is not only in the flavor but in the ease of preparation – no satuéeing needed – just toss it all in and let the crockpot do the work. Yes, We Have a Cookbook!The Real Food Table includes more than 100 easy and delicious mostly gluten-free, grain-free, and dairy-free recipes for every day. Buy Now Ingredients to Make this creamy Crockpot wild rice soup recipe
Ingredients list with exact measurements can be found in the recipe card below. Nutrition Spotlight: Wild RiceWild rice packs an impressive amount of plant-based protein (4 grams per 3 ounce serving) and minerals such as manganese, zinc, phosphorus, and magnesium. Cooked wild rice is pleasantly chewy and has a pleasing, nutty flavor making it a great addition to soups and casseroles. Set it and forget it – Dinner will be waiting for youYou’ll love that this recipe can be made in either the slow cooker or the Instant Pot to give you options. Slow cookers are great for those days when you have time to prep the ingredients either the morning of or the day before. While the Instant Pot shines on those days you didn’t plan ahead. When cooked on low, you really can’t overcook this Slow Cooker Chicken and Wild Rice Soup, but if you do have a programmable slow cooker that automatically switches the temp to “warm” when the cooking time is up, we’d recommend using that feature. Tip! Save Big On Quality IngredientsOur whole team here at The Real Food Dietitians loves to restock our pantries each quarter with baking and cooking essentials from Thrive Market. We find that Thrive Market offers the best prices on natural, organic, and specialty foods, including pantry staples, spices, and baking ingredients. You’ll get $60 in free groceries when you create a new membership today! Simple Directions for Making creamy Slow Cooker Chicken and Wild Rice SoupThis wild rice soup recipe is surprisingly simple to prepare and even easier to enjoy!
For the complete directions, ingredient amounts, and nutrition analysis that lists calories, protein, carbohydrates, fiber, sugar, sodium per serving, scroll down to the recipe card below. Our Favorite Budget-Friendly CrockpotThis 6-quart programmable slow cooker with low and high cook settings, digital timer and automatic ‘Keep Warm’ feature makes it easy and affordable to create delicious meals at home. The locking lid reduces the risk of spills when transporting food to parties or potlucks. Buy This Slow Cooker Want to make this creamy wild rice soup in the Instant Pot?No problem! We’ve got directions for that. One of the benefits of using an Instant Pot to make this chicken and wild rice soup is that you can use the ‘Sauté’ function to thicken the soup with a bit of cornstarch. Slow cookers don’t get hot enough to be able to thicken soups with starch or flour but the Instant Pot does so if you prefer a thicker, creamier soup, consider using the Instant Pot for this recipe (either the pressure cooker or slow cooker feature will get the job done!). Full Instant Pot directions can be found in the recipe card below. Crockpot Chicken and Wild Rice Soup: Frequently Asked Questions
Tip! This Soup is Freezer-Friendly!Once the soup is done, transfer the soup (or leftovers) to a freezer-safe container such as a large reusable zip-top bag or large glass container with tight-fitting lid. Allow the soup to cool completely in the refrigerator before transferring to the freezer. Frozen soup can be stored for up to 6 months. How To Reheat Chicken and Wild Rice SoupTo reheat on the Stovetop (Recommended method): Remove the container of soup from the freezer the one day (or the night) before and place it in the refrigerator to partially thaw. To reheat, transfer the soup to a pot large enough to fit the desired amount of soup and warm over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until hot or soup registers 165℉ on an instant read thermometer. To reheat in the Instant Pot from frozen: Place the frozen block of soup in the Instant Pot. You may need to let the container sit in warm water to loosen up the frozen block of soup in order to remove it. Set the Instant Pot on high pressure for 5 minutes. Then, release the pressure using the quick-release option. More Slow Cooker Soups To MakeAll Slow Cooker Recipes Ingredients
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