Creamy Mushroom Chicken & Wild Rice Soup 🍄🍗🥕✨

A hearty, comforting soup filled with tender chicken, earthy mushrooms, wild rice, and a creamy herb-infused broth.

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 pound mushrooms, sliced
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 stalks celery, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, chopped
• 1 teaspoon thyme, chopped
• 6 cups chicken broth
• 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
• 1 cup wild rice, cooked
• 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley (for garnish)

Instructions

1. Sauté Vegetables: In a large pot, melt 2 tablespoons butter. Add mushrooms and cook until browned. Remove and set aside.
2. Cook Base: Add 1 tablespoon butter to pot. Sauté onion, carrots, celery, and garlic until softened.
3. Add Broth: Stir in thyme and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer 15 minutes.
4. Combine: Add cooked chicken, wild rice, and mushrooms back into the pot. Simmer 10 minutes.
5. Make Creamy: Stir in heavy cream. Season with salt and pepper.
6. Serve: Ladle into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley.

Why You’ll Love It

• Rich, creamy, and full of flavor.
• Wild rice adds hearty texture.
• Perfect for cozy dinners or meal prep.

Caption & Engagement

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