Copycat Panera Chicken & Wild Rice Soup
Recreate the comforting warmth of Panera’s Chicken & Wild Rice Soup with this easy recipe that’s rich, creamy, and filled with tender chicken and wild rice.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded Use leftover or rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- 1/2 cup wild rice, uncooked
- 1 large onion, diced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 4 cups chicken broth Use high-quality or homemade for better flavor.
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
Instructions
Preparation
- Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Cook for about 5 to 7 minutes until softened.
- Stir in the shredded chicken and uncooked wild rice. Sprinkle in the thyme.
Cooking
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a rolling boil.
- Reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer for about 45 minutes, or until the wild rice is tender.
- Add the heavy cream and season with salt and pepper to taste. Simmer for another 10 minutes.
Serving
- Ladle the soup into bowls. Optionally, garnish with fresh parsley or thyme.
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Notes
Consider pairing the soup with crusty bread or salads for a complete meal. For creativity, serve in bread bowls or adjust seasonings to taste.