Warm, nourishing, and perfectly balanced, this creamy chicken and wild rice soup delivers comfort with a polished finish. Enjoy!
Bold flavor, simple steps, and that homemade comfort as only a Good Plate.Co meal can deliver.
🧾 Introduction
Some meals don’t just feed your body, they feed your soul, fill your heart with joy. This creamy chicken & wild rice soup is an easy weekday lunch/dinner/autumn meal/meal prep option, and tastes like home. No, you didn’t order from a gourmet chef meal service. Full of the comfort and warmth that only home-cooked food delivers.
Now, this is a staple in my rotation — simple enough for Tuesday night, yet bold enough to serve when company drops by. Every bite hits that perfect balance of savory-creamy goodness, heart, and happiness.
🕒 Quick Facts
| Prep Time | 10 mins |
| Cook Time | 30 mins |
| Total Time | 40 mins |
| Servings | 6 |
| Difficulty | Easy |
🧂 Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lb Skinless Chicken breast/thighs
- 1 1/2 cups Wild rice
- 1/2 cup Carrots
- 2 stalks of Celery
- 1 medium Onion
- 3 cloves of Garlic
- 1 Tbsp. Parsley
- 1 tsp Cilantro
- 1 Tbsp. Fresh basil
- 1/2 tsp Cayenne pepper
- Salt & Pepper to taste
- 2 cups Mushrooms
- 2 cups Chicken broth
- 2 cups distilled water
- 1 1/2 cup Cream
- 1 Tbsp. Herbs
The Sides
- Biscuits
- Buttery crackers
- Freshly prepared salad
👩🍳 Bringing It All Together
- Open your heart to love and gratitude. Turn on your favorite music. Wash your hands. Clean, rinse, and pat the chicken dry. Rewash your hands before touching your seasoning containers. Gather your fresh herbs and seasonings. Rinse, soak the rice in cold water. (to release the starch, fluffier optional).
- Next, chop onions, cilantro, celery, mushrooms, basil, parsley, and carrots. Mince garlic, dice or shred chicken.
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (218°C). If you want to make biscuits. Make the biscuit dough, let it rest.
- Gather a large pot and place the chicken, onions, herbs, mushrooms, cream, celery, and carrots inside.
- Bring chicken and herbs to a boil over medium heat. Then add rice.
- At this point, you can make a roux with the flour or simply add the cream.
- If making biscuits, use a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Place the biscuit on the baking sheet and bake until golden brown (about 15-20 minutes). If using store-bought biscuits, simply follow the instructions on the package.
- Roux: For added thickness, combine flour, salt, and pepper in a small bowl and mix. Next, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Reduce the heat to low, then slowly add flour into the melted butter. Stirring until the roux forms. Slowly whisk in cream until fully incorporated and smooth. Cook until thickened, about 5 minutes.
- Add the roux into the pot with the chicken and rice. Cook over medium heat, stirring until combined smoothly, about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Then turn off the stove top.
- Finally, plate a goodplate, garnish with parsley, and serve hot, and enjoy a dish that never disappoints — gourmet flavor made at home with love.
💡 Tips & Variations
- Gluten-free option: Use certified gluten-free products and double-check the labels of your flour and spices. Swap chicken for jackfruit for a vegetarian version.
- Lactose-free: Use nut milk, coconut, or an alternative of your choosing
- Meal prep: Assemble ahead and refrigerate up to 2 days or make individual servings to store in freezer-safe containers.
🍽️ Serving Suggestions
Serve hot with your choice of sides: Biscuits, buttery crackers. Add a fresh, crisp salad for cool balance and a light, refreshing beverage.
❄️ Storage & Reheating
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat in a pot over low heat until it smells irresistible, about 15 minutes. You’ll have time to set the table, light some candles, and don’t forget your favorite chill music.
💬 Final Bite
This creamy chicken & wild rice soup is the epitome of comfort— this recipe delivers every single time. It’s a GoodPlate.Co favorite because it’s simple, satisfying, and always a crowd-pleaser. When you make it, tag @GoodPlate.Co — we’d love to see your plate!