By Becky Hardin
Published Dec 15, 2021
Simple to make and hearty and cozy, this chicken wild rice soup is so easy to make in the Crockpot. Perfectly creamy and seasoned with thyme, this vegetable and chicken soup is the perfect way to warm your body and soul.
Chicken Wild Rice Soup
If you are looking for a hearty way to warm up this winter, this chicken wild rice soup is a must! Easy to make in the slow cooker , this is one comforting recipe!
Made with fresh veggies like mushrooms, carrots, onions and celery, this creamy chicken breast soup is nutritious and filling, and most importantly, super tasty!
Be sure to try my Crockpot Potato Soup and Crockpot Tuscan Chicken Soup too!
Why You’ll Love this Chicken Rice Soup Recipe:
- EASY: This is a great dump and go recipe that is quick to prep. Let your Crockpot do all the hard work for you!
- NUTRITIOUS: Loaded with fresh veggies, this soup is high in protein and low in saturated fat.
- MAKE AHEAD : Make up a big batch of this soup and enjoy it throughout the week for easy meals.
This chicken wild rice soup ticks all the right boxes during the winter months. Hearty, comforting and so flavorful!
How to Make Crockpot Chicken Wild Rice Soup
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- Add the chicken breasts and vegetables to the slow cooker.
- Add the broth, wild rice and seasonings.
- Cook.
- Shred the chicken and add back to the Crockpot with the cream, butter and mushrooms.
- Cook again before serving.
This recipe is best made with wild rice, but brown rice can also be used. It’s best to avoid white rice for this recipe as it cooks more quickly and can become soft and mushy.
Wild rice is firmer than white rice, so while it will soften, it won’t be mushy.
I like to make this recipe with chicken breasts, though you can use thighs if you prefer. You can also make this with ground chicken. If you have cooked chicken to use up, you can add this to the pot when you add in the cream.
Yes! Soften the vegetables and brown the chicken and then add the rest of the ingredients and simmer til the rice is cooked, about 40 to 50 minutes.
If you want to make this soup ahead of time to freeze, it’s best not to add the rice as this can change texture quite considerably when frozen and thawed. Make the soup without the rice and transfer to an airtight container. It will keep well for up to 3 months. Thaw the soup before reheating on the stovetop and adding the rice.
Serving Suggestions
This chicken wild rice soup is hearty enough to enjoy by itself, or serve alongside bread or a side salad. Try it with:
- Homemade Dinner Rolls
- Cornbread Muffins
- Sweet Potato Rolls
- Homemade Sandwich Bread
This soup is so rich, creamy and delicious and so hearty thanks to the wild rice, I know you are going to love this!
Tips!
- Store leftover soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Try adding other veggies like red bell peppers or butternut squash.
- This soup is simply seasoned. You can add in other herbs or spices like paprika, rosemary or chili flakes for a different taste.
This soup is so easy to make in the Crockpot! It’s so great to have a warming meal waiting for you at the end of a busy day!
Can I use pre-cooked rice?
For best results, it’s best to use dried wild rice. If you only have pre-cooked to hand, add it in towards the end of cooking with the cream.
Can I use noodles instead of rice?
Pasta noodles require less cooking time than rice. If you want to swap the rice for noodles, add them in when you add the cream so that they don’t overcook.
Can I use turkey instead of chicken?
Absolutley! You can use a turkey breast or add in cooked shredded turkey towards the end of cooking.
MoreCrockpot RecipesWe Love
- Crockpot Swedish Meatballs
- Crockpot Twice Baked Potatoes
- Crockpot Buffalo Chicken Dip
- Crockpot Spaghetti Casserole
This comforting chicken wild rice soup is so easy to make thanks to our trusty Crockpot! Hearty, nutritious and filling, this is sure to warm you up on those chilly evenings!
More CreamySoup Recipesto Try:
- Creamy Chicken Gnocchi Soup
- Creamy Chicken Tortilla Soup
- White Chicken Lasagna Soup
- Instant Pot Turkey Noodle Soup
If you make this recipe be sure to upload a photo in the comment section below or leave a rating. Enjoy!
Ingredients1x2x3x
- ▢ 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- ▢ 1 rib celery sliced
- ▢ 1 large carrot sliced
- ▢ 2 garlic cloves minced
- ▢ 1 yellow onion diced
- ▢ 4 cups chicken broth
- ▢ 1 cup wild rice
- ▢ ½ teaspoon dried thyme or 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
- ▢ 1 bay leaf
- ▢ 1 cup sliced mushrooms optional
- ▢ 1 cup heavy cream
- ▢ 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
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Instructions
- Place the chicken breasts in a single layer in the base of the slow cooker. 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Add the celery, carrot, onion, and garlic to the slow cooker. 1 rib celery, 1 large carrot, 1 yellow onion, 2 garlic cloves
- Pour in the chicken broth and add the wild rice, thyme, and bay leaves. 4 cups chicken broth, 1 cup wild rice, ½ teaspoon dried thyme, 1 bay leaf
- Cook on high for 4 hours or low for 6 hours.
- Remove the chicken from the slow cooker and place on a cutting board. Shred or slice the chicken. Add the chicken back to the slow cooker.
- Stir in the heavy cream, butter, and mushrooms (if using). 1 cup heavy cream, 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, 1 cup sliced mushrooms
- Cook for an additional 45 minutes on high or 1.5 hours on low.
- Serve.
Becky’s Tips
- Storage: Store leftover soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Try adding other veggies like red bell peppers or butternut squash.
- This soup is simply seasoned. You can add in other herbs or spices like paprika, rosemary or chili flakes for a different taste.
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Crockpot Chicken Wild Rice Soup Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 rib celery sliced
- 1 large carrot sliced
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 yellow onion diced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup wild rice
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme or 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms optional
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Instructions
- Place the chicken breasts in a single layer in the base of the slow cooker. 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Add the celery, carrot, onion, and garlic to the slow cooker. 1 rib celery, 1 large carrot, 1 yellow onion, 2 garlic cloves
- Pour in the chicken broth and add the wild rice, thyme, and bay leaves. 4 cups chicken broth, 1 cup wild rice, ½ teaspoon dried thyme, 1 bay leaf
- Cook on high for 4 hours or low for 6 hours.
- Remove the chicken from the slow cooker and place on a cutting board. Shred or slice the chicken. Add the chicken back to the slow cooker.
- Stir in the heavy cream, butter, and mushrooms (if using). 1 cup heavy cream, 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, 1 cup sliced mushrooms
- Cook for an additional 45 minutes on high or 1.5 hours on low.
- Serve.
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Notes
- Storage: Store leftover soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Try adding other veggies like red bell peppers or butternut squash.
- This soup is simply seasoned. You can add in other herbs or spices like paprika, rosemary or chili flakes for a different taste.
Nutrition
By Becky Hardin
Published Jul 12, 2017
This Essential Grocery List is an absolute life saver for my family on the busy weeks. When I started this journey to learn how to cook, I quickly realized that the first step in cooking is having staple ingredients on hand. I want to avoid having to run out to the grocery store every single time I prepare a new recipe. Having a well-stocked pantry has made my life in the kitchen so much simpler, because when it’s time to cook, I have what I need.
Essential Grocery List
It’s so helpful to have a basic grocery list to help me remember which foods to buy at the store. This food shopping list is my go-to!
It’s better to stock up on things like grains, seasonings and spices, baking essentials, oils, condiments, canned and frozen foods, etc. so I can just grab them when I need them. These things have a long shelf life , so I keep them in my kitchen for convenience.
However, I do have to go to the supermarket sometimes, and there’s a way to make that trip easy and hassle-free: I keep a grocery list! If I go in blindly, I’ll leave with things I don’t need, and nothing that actually helps me prepare a good meal.
In the list below, I’ve compiled everything I always have on my stock-up grocery list.
I’ve got you covered! I created an easy grocery list filled with all of the essentials. Plus there’s a free printable version that you can take with you to the grocery store. It has everything you need to stock your pantry, your freezer, and your refrigerator.
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What to Buy at the Grocery Store
This is the perfect grocery list filled with all the basics and essentials. It should help get you going if you’re new to cooking, or if you’re just left staring helplessly at an empty pantry and don’t know how to fill it.
When I first started cooking, things could seem overwhelming. I quickly realized that they more prepared I could be, the more confident I felt. If you already have the basics in your kitchen, then you can shop stress-free.
So print out our easy grocery list, stock up your pantry and fridge, and you’ll be cooking in no time!
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Fresh Produce
- Apples
- Bananas
- Strawberries
- Avocados
- Bell Peppers
- Carrots
- Broccoli
- Garlic
- Lemons/Limes
- Onion
- Parsley
- Cilantro
- Basil
- Potatoes
- Spinach
- Tomatoes
GRAINS
- Breadcrumbs
- Pasta
- Quinoa
- Rice
- Sandwich Bread
- Tortillas
MEAT/PROTEIN
- Chicken
- Eggs
- Ground Beef
- Sliced Turkey
- Lunch Meat
DAIRY
- Butter
- Sliced Cheese
- Shredded Cheese
- Milk
- Sour Cream
- Greek Yogurt
BAKING GOODS
- Baking powder
- Baking Soda
- Granulated Sugar
- Brown Sugar
- Flour
- Honey
- Vanilla Extract
- Dry Yeast
- Chocolate Chips
- Cocoa Powder
- Powdered Sugar
FREEZER
- Fruit and Berries
- Frozen Veggies (Corn, Peas, Broccoli, etc)
- Juice Concentrate
- Pizza or Other Convenience Meals
- Pie Crust
- Cookie Dough
CANNED/DRIED GOODS
- Chicken stock/broth
- Salsa
- Diced Tomatoes
- Jam/Jelly
- Peanut Butter
- Pasta Sauce
- Beans (Black Beans, Chickpeas, Baked Beans, etc)
- Soups
- Tuna
- Green Chiles
- Canned Veggies
- Coffee or Tea
Get more details on the best non-perishable and pantry foods
CONDIMENTS/SPICES
- Black Pepper
- Chili Powder
- Cinnamon
- Crushed Red Pepper
- Cumin
- Garlic Powder
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Mayo
- Nutmeg
- Paprika
- Salt (Course Sea Salt and Kosher Salt)
- Soy Sauce
- Steak Sauce
- Hot Sauce/ Buffalo Sauce
- Salad Dressings
OILS/VINEGARS
- Apple cider vinegar
- Balsamic vinegar
- Coconut Oil
- Olive Oil
- Vegetable/Canola Oil
- Red Wine Vinegar
- White Vinegar
- Cooking Wine
- White Wine Vinegar
SNACKS
- Crackers
- Nuts
- Quick Oats
- Popcorn
- Tortilla Chips
- Cereal
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
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I hope this essential grocery list can help you buy what you need and make your home cooking so much easier!
Stock Your Kitchen
Find more ideas for your grocery list, stock up your kitchen, and print more cooking guides and charts to keep handy!
Non-Perishable Foods to Stock Up On
Frozen Vegetables to Stock Up On (and Recipes to Make)
Ultimate List of Cooking Herbs for Your Kitchen
Ultimate List of Cooking Spices for Your Kitchen
Cooking Oil 101: Types of Cooking Oils to Use
26 Types of Pasta and When to Use Them
What Fruits and Vegetables are in Season?
Meat Temperature Chart (Free Printable)
How to Meal Prep (Guide for Beginners)
Basic Cooking Measurements & Kitchen Conversion Chart
