Wild Rice Chicken Soup Recipe

This wild rice chicken soup recipe is inspired by our recent trip to Minnesota, which is famous for the wild rice that grows in its shallow lakes and streams. This is a hearty and thick soup, perfect for a fall football game, tailgate or potluck. If you prefer it on the thinner side, simply add more chicken broth at the end until you reach your desired consistency. If you want a vegetarian version, just leave out the chicken and use vegetable broth instead. I hope you enjoy it!
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Wild Rice Chicken Soup
1 cup uncooked wild rice
6 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon garlic-shallot puree
1/2 cup finely minced onion
1/2 cup finely chopped carrots
1/2 cup flour
3 cups chicken broth
1/2 cup chopped cooked chicken breast
1/2-1 teaspoon salt
1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
2 tablespoons dry sherry, (optional)
Minced fresh chives, tarragon or parsley
How to cook wild rice: Boil 1 cup wild rice in 3 cups of water for about 40-45 minutes, or until they just break apart but are still chewy. Strain and set aside.
Make the Wild Rice Soup: In a large pot, melt the butter. Add garlic, chopped onion and carrots and cook down until they begin to soften. Stir in flour, and mix well until incorporated. Add chicken broth and stir continuously until it comes to a boil. After 1 minute, add the cooked rice and chicken. Be sure to season with salt and pepper to taste. Simmer, then add the cream and sherry. Once it starts to bubble again, serve while hot. Adjust salt and pepper to taste. Garnish each bowl with fresh chives or tarragon.
Note: This is a thick soup. If you prefer a thinner soup, use more chicken broth as needed until you reach the desired consistency. To make this vegetarian, use vegetable broth and omit the chicken.
This recipe was adapted from the Byerly's Cookbook, given to me as a gift from my wife's grandmother back when we were first married.
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[@Plumbr44]

You did a good job, buddy!!! I like to add some toasted slivered almonds to mine just for a contrast of texture. Other than that, your soup was spot-on!!! I like the Bears best, but love football either way, LOL. Thanks for taking the time to share!!!!

[@ChefTips]

Thanks so much!! The slivered almonds sounds like a great addition!

[@MrGoodwoody]

I was looking for something new, 2nd time making it, thanks.

[@ChefTips]

Glad you enjoyed it!!

[@ginamedina1339]

Ok, made the soup tonight. I think it's a new favorite in our house. Even my 4 and 6 year old picky grandsons loved it! And I did find the rice when we were visiting Green Bay.

[@ChefTips]

So glad you tried it and everyone enjoyed it. Thank you so much for commenting!

[@sujonso]

Can't wait to make this recipe. Thanks!!

[@ChefTips]

Thanks! Hope you enjoy it!!

[@chefsabbaa7896]

Cheers Chef Hill. Like a Boss.

[@ChefTips]

Haha, thank you!

[@antoniajagodic]

Chicken Soup looks amazing, I bet it's very delicious 💖

[@ChefTips]

Thank you!

[@TheGurkinanir]

Looks amazing dude! :D Hope you can upload abit more often, always enjoy your videos! Cheers from sweden!

[@ChefTips]

Thank you so much! My wife's family comes from Sweden! We are trying to set up a more regular schedule. I appreciate your support!

[@jeffreyanderson2555]

Jason, If you don’t want it so thick, how would you thin the soup?

[@jasonhill1991]

Hello. You can thin it out by adding more broth. Hope you enjoy the recipe!

[@Itgyrl909]

Another great soup to save to my playlist!! I don’t eat meat so I’ll add mushrooms.
I made your Potato Soup for dinner tonite & the hubby loved it! He said it’s his favorite dish that I make!! I’ve made it many times & it’s perfection!

[@ChefTips]

Awesome! Glad to hear and thanks for commenting!

[@ebuff57]

Looks good!

[@ChefTips]

Thank you!

[@SwissMarksman]

6:02 depends, if you are Marco Pierre White. Then definetly use your fingers.

[@ChezJohn]

Ok, that just looks incredible, I don’t believe I’ve ever had a creamed soup with rice in it. Liked & Saved. 😁

[@ChefTips]

Hope you enjoy the recipe! Thanks for commenting.

[@ginamedina1339]

Looks amazing! My husband and I just drove to Green Bay from Southern California to see the packers play at Lambeau, go packers! Do you think I can get some of that wild rice near Green Bay? We're here until they play on Monday night. Then we have to drive out before the weather gets bad.

[@jasonhill1991]

So cool you made it to Green Bay from SoCal! I would bet there are places in Green Bay that carry wild rice. Enjoy the game and the Lambeau field experience. I will get there some day lol!