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Savor Slow Cooker Chicken Wild Rice Soup for Comforting Warmth

SLOW COOKER CHICKEN AND WILD RICE SOUP

Savor comforting warmth with this Slow Cooker Chicken Wild Rice Soup a perfect dish for cozy evenings and effortless meal prep Enjoy today

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 1 cup wild rice
  • 1 cup carrots, diced
  • 1 cup celery, diced
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup half-and-half or heavy cream
  • 2 teaspoons garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon thyme
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Instructions

  • Prepare Your Ingredients: Start by dicing your vegetables and measuring your spices.
  • Add to Slow Cooker: In the slow cooker, layer the diced chicken at the bottom.
  • Mix in the Vegetables: Add the diced carrots, celery, and onion on top of the chicken.
  • Add Wild Rice: Pour the uncooked wild rice over the vegetables.
  • Pour in Broth: Pour in the chicken broth and give it a gentle stir to mix the ingredients evenly.
  • Add Seasonings: Add minced garlic, thyme, and season with salt and pepper according to your taste.
  • Set the Slow Cooker: Cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
  • Finish with Cream: In the last 30 minutes, stir in the half-and-half or heavy cream.
  • Shred Chicken: Before serving, shred the chicken with two forks, and give the soup a good stir.
  • Serve and Enjoy: Ladle the soup into bowls, and add a sprinkle of fresh herbs or a squeeze of lemon for extra flavor if desired.
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