Creamy Savory Chicken and Wild Rice Soup

sshakorahNovember 14, 2022

3 minutes read

How fast time flies! It has almost been an entire year here back in Arizona from our nearly three years in Toronto. I’m so happy to be home and near my family again. The pandemic kept us separated for a long time and nothing compares to having family around. We are fortunate enough to have a large support system and the baby sitting aspect has made us feel human again.That being said, there is so much that I miss about Canada.

The vast options of food, the city life, the multiculturalism , and the cooler weather. There is just something super special about having the changing of the leaves and a white Christmas. The food that comes with cooler weather just seems to be so in line with the ambiance of a fresh falling of snow.

Nostalgia

My little darlings often fondly remember the smell of a fire being lit, hot chocolate and the warm feeling of chicken and rice soup filling their warm bellies just before bed. Being in Arizona, soups are still consumed, but when it’s 70 degrees the vibe isn’t the same. Don’t get me wrong, everybody still eats the same, but we all have seen those old Campbell soup commercials when the child comes in from a cold wintery day, pulls off the mittens and toque ( a close-fitting knitted hat, often with a tassel or pom-pom on the crown), and heads straight to the table for a warm bowl of soup to warm up for round two of snowman building.

Home is where the heart is…

Although we are back in the states, I will still try to keep our new traditions of baking, breaking bread, and having various styles of soup. I will attempt to uphold the beauty of our intimate memories of our family being just us in the midst of a pandemic all without pretense. No matter the weather, coming together with a filling meal is a practice that will never end.

Cheap Eats

Chicken and rice falls right in line with the cheap aspect that I’m constantly trying to incorporate into our budget. With the rise of inflation, I want to make sure that we plan for a rainy day before the storm comes. Choosing ingredients that are not only cheap but also appropriately seasonal is how we stay financially sound and healthy. Chicken and rice are always easily available and can stretch in many different ways. A whole chicken can make a healthy brodo flavored soup and enough meat for a family of six for the next meal. Rice can be bought in bulk and in various grain styles to accommodate the desired dish.

Even though cheap is the goal, skimming on quality ingredients is not the best solution. Health requires finding food that has the best sourcing practices and organic when possible. Eliminating processed foods and in-organic products will save you your health which in turn will save you from high medical bills. Health is wealth for young and old. So try and find organic grass fed, pesticide free locally sourced items to keep you out of your doctors office and waiting rooms.

Add Ins

Chicken and rice soup can be made with any vegetable. I tend to lean towards the quintessential mirepoix ( Carrots,onions, and celery slowly sauteed until browned) with a yellow and green zucchini added. Sometimes if I have it growing in the garden, a few handfuls of spinach will be added towards the end.

Print Recipe

Creamy Savory Chicken and Wild Rice Soup

Warm the heart and soul with a bowl full of creamy chicken and wild rice soup. No matter the weather!

Prep Time1

Course: Soup

Keyword: Broth, Carnivore, chicken, creamy, Rice, soup

Ingredients

1 Rotisserie Chicken Shredded
3/4 Cup Wild Rice Blend

1 Cup Carrots Minced
1 Cup Celery Minced
1 Cup Yellow Onion Minced

1 Tbsp Garlic Minced
1/4 Tsp Parsley/ Rosemary Minced, Each
1 Tbsp Soup Base

3 Cups Brodo Broth
1/2 Cup Flour
1/2 Cup Heavy Cream

2 Cups Milk
Salt and Pepper To taste
1 Stick Butter

Instructions

Shred Chicken to amounts to about 2 cups and set aside
Cook wild rice according to package directions. Set aside
In separate pan, saute all veggies adding garlic towards the end in 1 tablespoon butter until softened. Remove from pan and set aside. In same pan add remaining butter until melted. Add in seasonings and flour to create a roux. Lightly brown butter flour mixture then add in milk stirring to combine.

Once sauce has thickened add in chicken broth slowly to not break the roux, and add chicken, sauteed veggies, and heavy cream. Stir to combine. Serve in large bowls and enjoy!