slow cooker Chicken Wild Rice Soup brings together a creamy base, hearty veggies, tender chicken, and seasoned wild rice. Let the slow cooker or pressure cooker do all the work!
slow cooker Chicken Wild Rice Soup
This soup is one of my all-time favorites, especially during the colder months. I make it often, and I’m so excited to share it with you!
It’s an straightforward recipe, thanks to the slow cooker or pressure cooker, with a unique ingredient—sweet potatoes!
Roasted sweet potatoes are a favorite in my home, so one winter, I decided to toss some into this soup. Since then, I haven’t made it any other way!
Ingredients
Here’s what you’ll need for slow cooker Chicken Wild Rice Soup:
- Chicken thighs: Tender and flavorful, with fat that adds richness to the soup.
- Wild rice blend: A mix of grains gives a great texture without becoming mushy.
- Yellow onion: Finely diced so it softens well and blends into the soup.
- Carrots and celery: Small, uniform pieces cook evenly.
- Garlic: Freshly minced or jarred—use whatever you have.
- Sweet potatoes: Adds subtle sweetness and hearty texture.
- Chicken stock or broth: Higher quality stock gives a better flavor base.
- Butter and flour: Essential for a creamy, thick soup.
- Milk: Whole milk brings richness and keeps the soup thick.
- Bay leaves and seasonings: These add layers of flavor.
- Chicken bouillon: Deepens the broth’s flavor.
How To Make slow cooker Chicken Wild Rice Soup
- Add Ingredients: Put chicken, rice, veggies, stock, and seasonings in the slow cooker.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 5-8 hours or high for 3.5-5 hours.
- Make Cream: Melt butter, whisk in flour, then milk until thick.
- Finish: Shred chicken, add cream, remove bay leaves, and season.
- Serve: finish with herbs and enjoy with buttered bread.
What To Serve With slow cooker Chicken Wild Rice Soup
- Crusty bread, honey whole wheat bread, or soup crackers/saltines
- Big garden salad (like this Olive Garden copycat) for a fresh, light side
- Grilled cheese for dipping—evenly comforting with this soup
- Fresh fruit or try a seasonal fruit salad
Storage
slow cooker Chicken Wild Rice Soup Leftovers?
- Freeze: Store in an airtight bag and thaw overnight in the fridge.
- Fridge: Keeps well for 3-4 days.
- Reheat: Warm slowly over a low burner to avoid separation. Add a splash of milk to thin.
More slow cooker Soup Recipes:
- Crack Chicken Chili with bacon
- slow cooker Chili award-winning chili recipe!
- Southwestern Corn Chowder with black beans
- slow cooker Chicken Stew with carrots and potatoes
- slow cooker Chicken Quinoa Soup with sweet potatoes
