Hearty Chicken and Wild Rice Soup
Warm up your chilly evenings with this hearty and comforting Hearty Chicken and Wild Rice Soup. Inspired by the beloved flavors of Panera, this recipe mimics the velvety texture and savory taste of their classic soup but can be prepared in under an hour. Packed with tender chicken, earthy wild rice, and a medley of vegetables, this soup is thickened to perfection with a creamy roux. Enjoy its rich flavor with a hint of roasted chicken seasoning that makes it a go-to dish for family gatherings or cozy nights in. Perfectly adaptable, this recipe allows you to tailor the creaminess and thickness to suit your preference. Let the comforting aroma fill your kitchen as you come home to a bowl of this deliciousness!
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Servings
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Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
chicken broth
6 cups (none)
cooked chicken breast halves
2 (boneless, cubed)
long grain and wild rice blend
1 (6 ounce) package (quick cooking version)
ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon (none)
all-purpose flour
1/2 cup (measured)
butter
3/4 cup (melted)
carrot
1 cup (diced)
celery
1 cup (diced)
onion
1 cup (diced)
light cream
3 cups (can substitute with fat-free evaporated milk or half-and-half)
Instructions
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hearty Chicken and Wild Rice Soup?
This is a comforting, Panera-inspired soup featuring tender chicken, wild rice, and a medley of vegetables in a creamy base.
Does this soup taste like Panera's version?
Yes, the recipe is designed to mimic the velvety texture and savory taste of Panera's classic chicken and wild rice soup.
How long does it take to prepare this recipe?
This soup can be prepared in under an hour.
What are the primary ingredients?
The main ingredients include chicken broth, cooked chicken breast, wild rice blend, carrots, celery, onion, butter, flour, and light cream.
What type of rice is recommended?
The recipe calls for a 6-ounce package of quick-cooking long grain and wild rice blend.
Can I use a substitute for light cream?
Yes, you can substitute light cream with fat-free evaporated milk or half-and-half.
How is the soup thickened?
The soup is thickened with a roux made from melted butter and all-purpose flour.
What vegetables are in this soup?
The recipe includes 1 cup each of diced carrots, celery, and onions.
How much chicken broth is required?
You will need 6 cups of chicken broth.
What kind of chicken should I use?
The recipe uses two cooked, boneless, and cubed chicken breast halves.
Is this soup suitable for cold weather?
Yes, it is described as perfect for warming up chilly evenings and autumn nights.
Can I adjust the thickness of the soup?
Yes, the recipe allows you to tailor the creaminess and thickness to suit your personal preference.
How much butter is used for the roux?
The recipe requires 3/4 cup of melted butter.
What spices are used for seasoning?
The soup is seasoned with 1/2 teaspoon of ground black pepper and roasted chicken seasoning.
Is this recipe good for gatherings?
Yes, its rich flavor makes it a go-to dish for family gatherings.
How much flour is needed?
The recipe calls for 1/2 cup of measured all-purpose flour.
Is the chicken cooked before being added?
Yes, the recipe specifies using cooked chicken breast halves.
What is the quantity of light cream used?
The recipe requires 3 cups of light cream.
How should the vegetables be prepared?
The carrots, celery, and onion should all be diced.
What is the texture of the soup?
The soup has a velvety and thick texture.
Is this recipe considered quick?
Yes, it is tagged as a quick recipe that takes less than 60 minutes.
What is the rice package size?
You should use a 1 (6 ounce) package of rice blend.
Does the soup contain onion?
Yes, it includes 1 cup of diced onion.
Is this a hearty meal?
Yes, it is described as a hearty and comforting meal.
Can I use fat-free milk?
Fat-free evaporated milk is a suggested alternative for the light cream.
What tags are associated with this recipe?
Tags include soup, chowder, chicken soup, wild rice, comfort food, and Panera copycat.
Does it have a roasted flavor?
Yes, it features a hint of roasted chicken seasoning.
How much celery is used?
The recipe calls for 1 cup of diced celery.
Is the chicken boneless?
Yes, the recipe specifies using boneless chicken breast halves.
What type of black pepper should I use?
The recipe calls for 1/2 teaspoon of ground black pepper.