Low Fat Chicken Wild Rice Soup

Cozy up with a comforting bowl of Low Fat Chicken Wild Rice Soup, a wholesome dish that's both hearty and healthy! Made with tender, shredded chicken breast, nutty wild rice, and a medley of vibrant vegetables like carrots, celery, and onion, this soup delivers rich flavors while staying light on calories. Infused with aromatic garlic, thyme, and a hint of parsley, every spoonful is a burst of savory goodness. Perfect for weeknight meals or meal prepping, this easy-to-make recipe is simmered to perfection in a single pot, making it as convenient as it is delicious. With just 15 minutes of prep time and minimal fat, this low-sodium chicken soup is a guilt-free way to bring warmth and nourishment to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breasts
• 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
• 1 cup wild rice
• 2 medium, peeled and diced carrots
• 2 diced celery stalks
• 1 medium, diced onion
• 3 cloves, minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon, chopped fresh thyme
• 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1 bay leaf
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.

Step 2

Add diced onions, carrots, and celery, and sauté for 5-7 minutes until the onions are translucent and the vegetables are slightly tender.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic, fresh thyme, and black pepper, and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the chicken breasts to the pot and pour in the chicken broth.

Step 5

Stir in the wild rice, bay leaf, and salt.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Simmer the soup for 45 minutes, or until the wild rice is cooked and tender.

Step 8

Remove the chicken breasts from the pot, and shred them using two forks.

Step 9

Return the shredded chicken to the pot and stir well to combine.

Step 10

Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper, if needed.

Step 11

Discard the bay leaf.

Step 12

Stir in the chopped fresh parsley just before serving.

Step 13

Ladle the soup into bowls and enjoy hot.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2856.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1754.9

Total Fat 37.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.5g
Cholesterol 385.6mg	0%
Sodium 2440.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 177.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.5g	0%
Total Sugars 28.3g
Protein 183.7g	0%

Vitamin D 4.5IU	0%
Calcium 385.8mg	0%
Iron 9.7mg	0%
Potassium 3770.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 18.9%

Protein: 41.3%

Carbs: 39.9%