Copycat Recipe: Panera Chicken Wild Rice Soup
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Description
Panera Bread's Chicken Wild Rice Soup is a hearty and comforting dish that many people can't resist. It's creamy, flavorful, and perfect for those chilly days. This copycat recipe will help you recreate this delicious soup at home without having to leave the house.Prep Time
The prep time for this recipe is approximately 10-15 minutes.Cook Time
The cook time for this recipe is approximately 45-50 minutes.Ingredients
- 1 cup uncooked wild rice
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup sliced carrots
- 1 cup diced celery
- 1 cup diced onion
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups cooked and shredded chicken
- 2 cups half and half
Equipment
- Large pot
- Wooden spoon
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Cutting board and knife
- Whisk
Method
- In a large pot, combine the uncooked wild rice and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for 30 minutes.
- Add the sliced carrots, diced celery, diced onion, dried thyme, garlic powder, and black pepper to the pot. Let simmer for an additional 20 minutes.
- In a separate small pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until bubbly.
- Add the butter and flour mixture to the soup pot and stir until well combined.
- Stir in the cooked and shredded chicken and half and half. Let simmer for an additional 10 minutes until heated through.
- Remove from heat and let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- If you prefer a thicker soup, you can add more flour to the butter mixture before adding it to the soup pot.
- If you don't have half and half, you can substitute with heavy cream or milk.
- This soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated on the stovetop or in the microwave.
Nutrition Info
- Calories: 400
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
- Sodium: 1000mg
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 4g
- Protein: 21g
Recipe Tips
- Make sure to rinse the wild rice before adding it to the pot to remove any excess starch.
- You can use rotisserie chicken or leftover cooked chicken for this recipe.
- If you want to add some extra flavor, you can add a pinch of smoked paprika or cayenne pepper to the soup.
Enjoy your homemade Panera Chicken Wild Rice Soup!
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