Chicken Mushroom Wild Rice Soup

Ingredients

1 cup wild rice

1 lb chicken breast, diced

2 cups mushrooms, sliced

1 onion, chopped

3 cloves garlic, minced

4 cups chicken broth

1 cup heavy cream

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 teaspoon thyme

Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Add onion and garlic, sauté for 3–4 minutes until softened and fragrant.

Add diced chicken breast to the pot.

Cook for about 5–6 minutes until lightly browned on all sides.

Stir in sliced mushrooms and cook for another 5 minutes until they soften.

Add wild rice, chicken broth, thyme, salt, and pepper.

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low.

Cover and simmer for 40–45 minutes, or until the rice is tender.

Stir in the heavy cream and heat through for 2–3 minutes.

Adjust seasoning with extra salt and pepper if needed.

Ladle into bowls and serve hot.

Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.