Creamy Chicken Wild Rice Soup Recipe

Cozy up with a hearty bowl of this Creamy Wild Rice Soup that’s made right on the stovetop in an hour! This homemade soup is loaded with tender shredded chicken, a wild rice blend, and fresh vegetables, leaving bellies full and satisfied!

Chicken & Wild Rice Soup Is Pure Comfort Food!

Don’t let soup season pass by without making a pot of this Creamy Wild Rice Soup! The perfect homemade soup that’s overflowing with comfort food vibes yet is hearty enough to make a filling meal in one bowl.

With this Wild Rice Soup Recipe, I knew I wanted it to have a thick and creamy base with a velvet-like texture. To create this dreamy soup base, I used a combination of chicken broth and heavy cream to perfect the foundation while also giving it a rich, mouthwatering flavor.

The result is a creamy satisfying texture that pairs deliciously with the rich, seasoned flavor and tender chunks of chicken and vegetables. All of this deliciousness is combined into one pot to deliver the ultimate bowl of soup that will have you making it long after soup season has passed!

Ingredients For Creamy Wild Rice Soup

The foundation of this soup is a rich, thick base made with chicken broth and heavy cream. The soup is then built up with all-purpose flour and loaded with flavor from ingredients such as garlic paste, mustard powder, Herbes de Provence, bay leaf, salt, ground black pepper, and fresh parsley.

The creamy base is then filled with a wild rice blend, shredded chicken, and yellow onion, carrots, and celery that have been sauteed in salted butter. For the shredded chicken you can cook and shred chicken breast or use the meat from chicken thighs.

When I want to make this soup as easy as possible, I just pluck the meat off of a rotisserie chicken that I grab from the grocery store!

Ingredient Swaps to Save Time

If you’re short on time or simply want to simplify prep, feel free to swap out freshly chopped onion, carrots, and celery for a store-bought mirepoix mix (Trader Joe’s and most major supermarkets have it ready to go in the produce section). This pre-chopped veggie blend is a tried-and-true shortcut that works beautifully in this recipe and still delivers loads of flavor. Whether you chop your own veggies or grab a package for convenience, you’ll end up with a comforting, hearty soup that doesn’t skimp on taste or texture.

How To Make Creamy Wild Rice Soup

1. Cook the wild rice blend according to the instructions on the package.
2. Melt salted butter in a large heavy-bottomed pot while the rice is cooking.
3. Chop up the yellow onion, carrots, and celery and then add them to the pot of melted butter. Cook the vegetables until the onions and celery become translucent and soft.
4. Add in garlic paste and continue cooking while stirring constantly.
5. Sprinkle in all-purpose flour and mustard powder over the vegetables. Then stir the mixture up to coat the vegetables.
6. Add in Herbes de Provence, a bay leaf, salt, and ground black pepper. Cook for an additional few minutes while stirring constantly to avoid burning.
7. Stir in the chicken broth and then allow the soup to simmer.
8. Add in the shredded cooked chicken breasts, heavy cream, and the cooked wild rice. Stir the soup to combine all of the ingredients and then allow the soup to simmer again.
9. Remove and discard the bay leaf.

Lastly, add more seasoning to taste—whether that means an extra pinch of salt, a little cracked pepper, or a dash of your favorite herbs. If you prefer a richer, creamier texture, try swapping some or all of the milk for half and half.

Keep in mind, the soup will continue to thicken as it cools. If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the fridge. When reheating, just whisk in a splash of milk or water to loosen things up.

Some folks find this soup mild and comforting, while others like to amp up the flavor. If you crave a bolder taste, feel free to toss in extra garlic, chopped onions, or your favorite seasonings. It’s all about making it just right for you—warm, creamy, and exactly as cozy as you want it.

How To Serve Creamy Wild Rice Soup

Serve this cozy creamy soup all throughout the chilly seasons for a big bowl of comfort food! You can also easily double the recipe for a simple one-pot meal to accommodate a big crowd.

This soup is hearty enough to be filling on its own or you can pair it with homemade bread! For a quick recipe try my 15-minute Easy Bannock Bread or if you have the extra time then I would highly recommend a loaf of Sourdough Bread.

You can also make a batch of homemade croutons from Challah Bread to serve alongside this soup. You can also keep it simple by skipping homemade bread altogether and just enjoying a bowl of soup with some good old saltine crackers.

How To Freeze Creamy Wild Rice Soup

This soup freezes and re-heats great, making it a wonderful recipe for meal prepping or to make ahead for a new mother!

To freeze the soup, first, allow it to cool and then transfer the soup into a freezer-safe airtight container. You can also use large freezer-safe Ziploc bags, but you’ll want to be extra sure that you seal them up securely so that the soup doesn’t accidentally leak in your freezer!

The soup can then be stored in the freezer to enjoy for up to 3 months. When you’re ready to serve and enjoy the creamy soup simply thaw it in the fridge and then reheat it on the stovetop.

Storage Instructions For Creamy Wild Rice Soup

Transfer the cooled Creamy Wild Rice Soup into a large airtight container or portion it into mason jars. Then store the soup in the fridge to enjoy for 3 to 4 days.

Slow Cooker Cooking Times

If you’d rather put your slow cooker to work, you have two options for perfectly cooked soup:

• For a quick batch, set your slow cooker to high and let everything simmer together for 3 to 4 hours.
• If you have more time (or just want to come home to a cozy meal), select the low setting and allow the soup to cook gently for 7 to 8 hours.

Both methods ensure your chicken turns out tender and the wild rice softens beautifully while soaking up every bit of flavor.

More Soup Recipes to Try

• The Best Lobster Bisque Recipe – Homemade soup loaded with tender chunks of lobster meat that’s ready in an hour!
• Creamy Crockpot Potato Soup – Hearty, thick soup made with hash browns, bacon, cheeses, and heavy cream!
• Incredible Lasagna Soup – Grab your favorite jar of pasta sauce and prep this soup in just 10 minutes!
• Easy Roasted Tomato Soup – Trade canned store-bought soup for a pot of this delicious homemade tomato soup!
• Classic Irish Beef Stew – Rich stew with a deep depth of flavor, made with simple ingredients!

This recipe was originally published in October 2017 and was updated in January 2025 with fresh photos and improved recipe.