1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 cup wild rice
4 cups chicken broth
1 cup sliced carrots
1 cup chopped celery
1 small onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
Prepare the chicken: If using frozen chicken, place it directly into the slow cooker.
Add the rice: Pour in the wild rice over the chicken.
Mix in the vegetables: Add in the carrots, celery, onion, and garlic.
Pour the broth: Add the chicken or vegetable broth, ensuring it covers all the ingredients.
Season: Add salt, pepper, and any preferred herbs or spices, like thyme or parsley.
Set the slow cooker: Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
Shred the chicken: Once cooked, remove the chicken, shred it with two forks, and return it to the pot.
Add cream: Stir in the heavy cream or substitute and mix until well combined. Cook for an additional 30 minutes to heat through.
Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and enjoy a delicious bowl of comfort.