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Warm Up with a Hearty Bowl of Chicken Soup

When the weather outside is chilly, there’s nothing like a warm, comforting bowl of chicken soup to lift your spirits. This recipe is a game-changer, packed with nutritious vegetables and wild rice to fill you up and keep you going.

The Perfect Combination

Our recipe uses a store-bought blend of wild and white rice, but feel free to experiment with different unseasoned rice mixtures to find your favorite. And if you’re looking for more chicken soup inspiration, be sure to check out our tortilla soup recipe for a flavorful twist.

* Servings and Prep Time*

Yield: 8-10 servings
Difficulty: Easy
Total Time: 1 hour
Active Time: 20 minutes

Gather Your Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large yellow onion, finely chopped
• 3 medium carrots, peeled and finely chopped
• 3 large celery stalks, finely chopped
• 2 medium garlic cloves, minced
• 12 cups (3 quarts) low-sodium chicken broth
• 1 1/2 cups wild rice blend
• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, medium dice
• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, medium dice
• 1/4 cup coarsely chopped Italian parsley

Let’s Get Cooking!

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Once it shimmers, add the chopped onion, carrots, celery, and garlic. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion is softened, about 10 minutes.

Add the Good Stuff

Next, add the chicken broth and wild rice blend to the pot. Season with salt to taste, then bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer, covered, until the rice is tender but still has some firmness, about 25-30 minutes.

Add the Protein

Add the diced chicken breasts and thighs to the pot, seasoning with freshly ground black pepper. Simmer until the chicken is cooked through, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat, stir in the chopped parsley, and season with additional salt and pepper as needed.

The Perfect Pairing

For a beverage pairing that complements the flavors of this hearty soup, try Kim Crawford Unoaked Chardonnay from New Zealand. This smooth, easy-drinking wine offers gentle apple, citrus, and stone-fruit flavors with a hint of acidity and a velvety texture.