My Favorite Chicken and Wild Rice Soup

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
20%
My Favorite Chicken and Wild Rice Soup
217 min.
6
485kcal

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If you’re in the mood for a hearty, comforting soup that’s both gluten and dairy-free, then look no further! My Favorite Chicken and Wild Rice Soup is the perfect dish to warm you up on a cool evening. This rich and flavorful soup combines tender chicken with aromatic vegetables like carrots, celery, and onion, simmered for hours to create a savory broth that’s simply irresistible. The addition of wild rice gives it a delightful texture and flavor that takes this dish to the next level.

Not only is this soup packed with healthy ingredients, but it’s also easy to make. With just a few simple steps, you can create a meal that’s both nourishing and satisfying. The lemon juice adds a subtle, refreshing zing, and the fresh parsley brings a pop of color and freshness to the dish. Whether you’re preparing it for lunch or dinner, this soup is sure to become a family favorite.

What’s even better? It’s perfect for meal prep! Make a big batch and enjoy it throughout the week, or share it with friends and family for a cozy gathering. With each bite, you’ll be savoring a bowl of homemade comfort food that’s not only good for the soul but also good for the body. So, roll up your sleeves, get cooking, and enjoy the deliciousness of this chicken and wild rice soup!

Ingredients

  •  carrots chopped
  • stalks celery cut in half
  • pounds chicken pieces 
  • servings parsley fresh chopped
  • cloves garlic crushed
  • 1.5 tablespoons juice of lemon 
  • large onion whole peeled
  • ounce rice mix long grain wild (such as Uncle Ben's ® Original)
  • servings salt and pepper to taste
  • tablespoon vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • pot

Directions

  1. Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat; add the chicken, whole carrots, celery, and whole onion. Cook until the chicken is browned, about 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Stir in the crushed garlic cloves, and cook until soft, about 1 to 2 minutes.
  2. Pour enough water into the pot to cover the chicken and vegetables. Simmer for 2 to 3 hours.
  3. Add water as necessary.
  4. While the soup is simmering, cook the rice according to package instructions. Refrigerate when done.
  5. Removed cooked chicken from the pot to cool. Strain the broth, discarding cooked vegetables. Shred chicken and return to the pot along with the broth; stir in chopped carrots and lemon juice. Bring soup to a simmer, and cook until the carrots are soft, about 10 minutes. Stir in the cooked rice and chopped parsley.
  6. Heat until hot, about 5 minutes. Season with additional salt and pepper, if needed.

Nutrition Facts

Calories485kcal
Protein26.49%
Fat48.69%
Carbs24.82%

Properties

Glycemic Index
38.17
Glycemic Load
15.46
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
22.75130437768%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.18mg
Hesperetin
0.54mg
Naringenin
0.05mg
Apigenin
9mg
Luteolin
0.22mg
Isorhamnetin
1.25mg
Kaempferol
0.33mg
Myricetin
0.65mg
Quercetin
5.26mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:485.45kcal
24.27%
Fat:25.85g
39.77%
Saturated Fat:7.08g
44.24%
Carbohydrates:29.66g
9.89%
Net Carbohydrates:27.6g
10.04%
Sugar:2.87g
3.19%
Cholesterol:115.67mg
38.56%
Sodium:338.58mg
14.72%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:31.65g
63.3%
Vitamin A:5709.02IU
114.18%
Vitamin K:80.19µg
76.37%
Vitamin B3:11.39mg
56.93%
Selenium:27.06µg
38.66%
Vitamin B6:0.7mg
35.23%
Phosphorus:286.88mg
28.69%
Manganese:0.48mg
23.82%
Vitamin B5:1.87mg
18.74%
Vitamin C:14.08mg
17.07%
Zinc:2.54mg
16.91%
Potassium:528.93mg
15.11%
Vitamin B2:0.24mg
14.01%
Magnesium:48.41mg
12.1%
Iron:2.08mg
11.56%
Vitamin B1:0.16mg
10.41%
Copper:0.18mg
8.94%
Folate:33.77µg
8.44%
Fiber:2.06g
8.23%
Vitamin B12:0.48µg
7.97%
Vitamin E:0.96mg
6.39%
Calcium:56.44mg
5.64%
Vitamin D:0.31µg
2.06%
Source:Allrecipes