Name: Hearty Chicken and Wild Rice Delight
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 1 h 10 min
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 ¼ lbs boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces; Kosher salt and fresh ground black pepper; ⅛ teaspoon smoked paprika; 4 tablespoons butter; 1 medium yellow onion, chopped; 3 ribs celery, chopped; 2 large carrots, peeled and chopped; 3 cloves garlic, minced; ⅓ cup flour; 1 cup wild rice blend; 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth; 2 bay leaves; 1 cup heavy cream; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary

Description

Indulge in the soothing warmth of the Hearty Chicken and Wild Rice Delight, a perfect recipe for those cool days and intimate gatherings. This dish features tender chunks of chicken breast, a wholesome wild rice blend, and a rich, creamy broth infused with fresh herbs. Whether you’re looking to comfort a cold or simply craving a satisfying meal, this soup promises to deliver both taste and comfort.

Ingredients

Scale

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 ¼ lbs boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
Kosher salt and fresh ground black pepper
⅛ teaspoon smoked paprika
4 tablespoons butter
1 medium yellow onion, chopped
3 ribs celery, chopped
2 large carrots, peeled and chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
⅓ cup flour
1 cup wild rice blend
6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
2 bay leaves
1 cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary

Instructions

Prepare the Chicken: Heat the vegetable oil over medium heat in a large pot or Dutch oven. Season the chicken pieces with kosher salt, fresh ground black pepper, and smoked paprika. Brown the chicken on both sides until fully cooked through, then remove from the pot and cover to keep warm.
Cook the Vegetables: Melt the butter in the same pot. Add the onions, celery, and carrots, and cook until the onions and celery are soft, stirring occasionally.
Integrate Garlic and Flour: Decrease the heat to low and stir in the minced garlic, cooking for about 30 seconds. Add the flour and continue to cook, stirring for a couple of minutes to avoid lumps.
Simmer the Rice: Add the wild rice blend, chicken broth, and bay leaves to the pot. Turn the heat to medium and bring the mixture to a low boil. Cover and reduce to a simmer, and cook for about 40 minutes, or until the rice is tender.
Combine and Finish: Stir the cooked chicken back into the pot. After simmering for a few more minutes to blend the flavors, remove from heat and stir in the heavy cream, thyme, and rosemary.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes