Ingredients

The following ingredients have 8 Servings
  • 2 cups chicken (cooked and diced)
  • 1 cup wild rice blend
  • 2 carrots (peeled and diced)
  • 2 stalks celery (diced)
  • 1/2 onion (peeled and diced)
  • 4 cups chicken stock
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 1/2 tsp salt
  • 3/4 tsp pepper
  • pinch red pepper flakes (optional, but this will give it a great zing!)
  • 1 tbsp parsley (minced)
  • 1/2 lemon (fresh lemon, squeezed)

Instruction

  • Dice the vegetables and chicken - white meat or dark meat, use your favorite!
  • Heat a large stock pot on medium heat, add the butter and olive oil. When hot and bubbly add all of the vegetables and sauté for 5 minutes.
  • Add the wild rice and seasoning, mix to combine and saute for a minute or two.
  • Next, add the chicken stock and water, increase the heat to high and bring to a boil. Reduce to low and cover.
  • Cook according to package directions for the rice - usually about 45 minutes
  • Optional - Finish with a squeeze of lemon and minced parsley to brighten the flavors of this easy soup!