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How to Make Crockpot Chicken Wild Rice Soup for a Cozy, Hands-Off Meal with VIDEO
- Total Time: 370 Minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
Description
Warm your soul with this Crockpot Chicken Wild Rice Soup , a comforting and creamy dish that’s perfect for busy days or chilly nights! This slow-cooker recipe combines tender shredded chicken, hearty wild rice, crisp vegetables, and a rich, flavorful broth—all made effortlessly in your crockpot. With minimal prep and no babysitting required, this soup practically makes itself while you go about your day. Whether you’re craving a nourishing meal or planning for meal prep, this step-by-step guide—complete with an easy-to-follow video tutorial—will show you how to create this wholesome soup from scratch. Watch the video, follow along, and get ready to enjoy a bowl of pure comfort that’s sure to satisfy!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Soup:
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 2 medium)
- 1 cup uncooked wild rice blend (or wild rice mix)
- 4 cups chicken broth (low-sodium preferred)
- 1 cup water
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 medium carrots, sliced
- 3 celery stalks, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme (or 1 tablespoon fresh thyme)
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
For the Creamy Finish:
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half for a lighter option)
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (slurry, for thickening)
Optional Garnish:
- Fresh parsley, chopped
- Crusty bread or crackers
Instructions
Assemble in the Crockpot:
- Place the chicken breasts at the bottom of the crockpot. Add the wild rice, chicken broth, water, diced onion, sliced carrots, sliced celery, minced garlic, thyme, parsley, salt, and black pepper. Stir gently to combine.
Cook:
- Cover and cook on LOW for 6-7 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours , until the chicken is cooked through and the wild rice is tender.
Shred the Chicken:
- Remove the chicken from the crockpot and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the pot.
Add Cream and Thicken:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Stir the slurry into the soup to thicken it slightly.
- Pour in the heavy cream and stir well. Let the soup cook on HIGH for an additional 10-15 minutes to heat through and thicken further.
Serve and Enjoy:
- Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Serve with crusty bread or crackers for a complete, comforting meal.
- Prep Time: 10 Minutes
- Cook Time: 360 Minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
