Description

Warm up with this delightful Panera chicken and wild rice soup, a comforting blend of tender chicken, nutty wild rice, and vibrant vegetables. This creamy dish is perfect for cozy evenings, enveloping you in its savory goodness. Easy to prepare, it will quickly become a family favorite that brings everyone together around the dinner table.

Ingredients

Scale

3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
1 cup wild rice blend
2 medium carrots, diced
2 stalks celery, diced
1 medium yellow onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
6 cups chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
1 tsp dried thyme
2 bay leaves
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

In a large pot over medium heat, add a splash of oil and cook the chicken breasts until golden brown (5-7 minutes per side). Remove and set aside.
In the same pot, sauté diced onions, carrots, and celery until softened (about 5 minutes).
Stir in the wild rice blend and chicken broth; scrape any browned bits from the pot. Bring to a gentle boil then reduce heat and simmer for about 30 minutes.
Shred the cooked chicken and return it to the pot along with heavy cream. Stir well.
Season with thyme, bay leaves, salt, and pepper; simmer for an additional five minutes before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Cooking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1.5 cups (360g)
Calories: 440
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 820mg
Fat: 24g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 25g
Cholesterol: 90mg

Keywords: Swap wild rice for brown rice or add seasonal veggies like peas for added nutrition. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat on low heat adding broth if necessary.