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Slow Cooker Chicken Wild Rice Soup Recipe

Published: Jan 2, 2017 · Modified: Oct 22, 2022 by Anna 8 Comments · This post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase through links on our site, we may earn a commission.

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Slow Cooker Chicken Wild Rice Soup Recipe - creamy and filling soup with chicken, wild rice and vegetables. Quick to prepare and cook in your slow cooker! 

I love serving this delicious soup with my One-Hour Skillet Focaccia or with Homemade Croutons on top.

Slow Cooker Chicken Wild Rice Soup in a soup bowl with handles.

SLOW COOKER CHICKEN WILD RICE SOUP

Like this Chicken and Wild Rice Soup. Packed with vegetables, chicken and rice it's a perfect meal for a cold winter day. All I need to do is place everything in a slow cooker and let it do its work. After a few hours, thicken the soup with milk and cornstarch mixture to make it creamy and even more delicious.

This soup is good for you and for your soul. Thick and creamy soups are my and my family's favorite. This one is packed with chicken, wild rice (although just long grain rice will work fine too), carrots, celery and onion. I think mushrooms would be a great addition but my kiddos don't like them in soups so I skipped them.

I use my slow cooker every week and having it filled with a delicious soup is what I love during the cold months. It's such a comfort to come home after running errands or playing in the snow to a bowl full of hot and filling soup.

What do you need to make this soup (your shopping list):

  • wild rice or wild rice mix
  • boneless skinless chicken breast
  • carrots
  • yellow onion
  • celery
  • garlic
  • chicken broth
  • Italian seasoning
  • butter
  • cornstarch
  • milk or half and half
Slow Cooker Chicken Wild Rice Soup in a round crockpot.

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How to make Slow Cooker Chicken Wild Rice Soup?

  • Place chicken, vegetables, rice and seasoning in your slow cooker.
  • Add liquids and close the lid.
  • Cook on LOW for 7 hours or on HIGH for 4 hours.
  • Whisk milk and cornstarch in a small bowl.
  • In a saucepan, melt butter and whisk in milk mixture.
  • Simmer until it thickens.
  • Add to the soup and stir well.

Can I freeze this soup?

Yes, you can make this soup, cool completely and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw out and heat up in a soup pot.

How can I make Chicken Wild Rice Soup in an Instant Pot?

  • Start by cooking diced chicken with seasoning on saute setting.
  • Add vegetables and stir in. Cook for 2 minutes.
  • Add liquids and rice.
  • Cook on manual setting for 4 minutes. Let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes, then do quick release.
  • Stir in cornstarch mixture. The soup should thicken quickly.

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Slow Cooker Chicken Wild Rice Soup in a soup bowl with handles.

Slow Cooker Chicken Wild Rice Soup

Author: Anna
Creamy and filling soup with chicken, wild rice and vegetables. Quick to prepare and cook in your slow cooker! 
5 from 7 votes
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 4 hours hrs
Total Time 4 hours hrs 10 minutes mins
Course Soup
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 340 kcal
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Ingredients
 
 

  • ¾ cup wild rice uncooked
  • 1 lb chicken breast
  • ¾ cup chopped carrots
  • ½ cup chopped yellow onion
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • ¾ cup chopped celery
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 3 cups water
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 2 Tablespoons butter
  • ¼ cup cornstarch
  • 2 cups milk or half and half

Instructions
 

  • Add chicken, vegetables, rice and seasoning to slow cooker. Add chicken broth and water. Cover and cook for 4 to 5 hours on HIGH setting or 7 to 8 hours on LOW setting.
  • When chicken is done, remove from slow cooker onto a plate. Shred. Return to slow cooker.
  • In a saucepan, melt butter. Add milk and cornstarch. Whisk and cook until thickens, about 7 minutes. Add mixture to soup in slow cooker and stir well. Add more water if needed.
  • Serve soup with crusty bread or croutons. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley.

Nutrition

Calories: 340kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 88mg | Sodium: 757mg | Potassium: 698mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 3155IU | Vitamin C: 15.3mg | Calcium: 126mg | Iron: 1.2mg
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  1. alex gross says

    November 12, 2017 at 2:28 am

    your picture shows a mixture of wild and regular rice. but in the recipe it states WILD rice only. what are we supposed to use wild, or a blend? thanks.

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  2. Melanie says

    February 14, 2017 at 9:56 am

    5 stars
    Can't wait to make this today! It's snowy and very cold right now here in rural Quebec and I'm avoiding going to the grocery store so I'm using what I have on hand. I have some mushrooms I'm going to throw in (no celery in the fridge!) and I'm thinking about using a box of pho broth I have hiding in the cupboard. Excited to make this cozy soup on such a cold day - thank you!

    Reply
  3. Angie says

    January 05, 2017 at 10:01 am

    5 stars
    That looks like creamy soup perfection! I would love this!

    Reply
  4. Lauren says

    January 03, 2017 at 8:16 pm

    5 stars
    This looks like a hearty and a tasty soup

    Reply
  5. Erin says

    January 03, 2017 at 1:57 pm

    5 stars
    Love the flavors in here! And I'm all for crockpot recipes. 🙂

    Reply
  6. Joanie says

    January 03, 2017 at 11:38 am

    5 stars
    This soup looks so creamy and delicious. I love how easy it comes together. Perfect for this time of the year!

    Reply
  7. Krista says

    January 03, 2017 at 10:58 am

    5 stars
    Oh my goodness! This looks so good! I wish it was colder in Texas so I could eat soup like this everyday! I guess I will have to save it for the next chilly day!

    Reply
  8. Katerina says

    January 03, 2017 at 6:23 am

    5 stars
    Oh my goodness, what an amazing soup!! So warm, comforting and delicious!!

    Reply

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