Copycat Panera Chicken and Wild Rice Soup
Indulge, in the Copycat Panera Chicken and Wild Rice Soup, a creation that beautifully combines tender chicken and the rustic allure of wild rice. With every spoonful you'll experience a blend of flavors from the broth infused with aromatic herbs to the finely diced vegetables that provide texture and richness. This isn't any soup; it's a heartwarming voyage that brings back memories of evenings and treasured moments shared around the dining table.
Servings
Ingredients
- 1 small carrot finely diced
- 1 stalk celery finely diced
- 1 large white onion finely diced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 1/2 tablespoons minced garlic
- 2 c chicken stock
- 1 c heavy cream divided
- 2 c water
- 2 c whole milk divided
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 dried bay leaf
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts cooked and shredded
- 1/2 c all-purpose flour
- 1 box 4.3 ounces of Rice a Roni Long Grain and Wild Rice + seasoning packet
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Scallions for garnish
Instructions
- In a pot heat some olive oil, over medium heat. Sauté the carrot, celery and onion until the onions become tender.
- Next add in the garlic, chicken stock, water, 1 cup of milk and 1/2 cup of heavy cream. Give everything a stir.
- Now it's time to introduce the pepper oregano, bay leaf and shredded chicken. Let it all simmer for 15 minutes.
- In a bowl mix together the remaining milk, cream and flour until you get a smooth mixture. Add this mixture to the pot.
- Incorporate the Rice a Roni along with its seasoning packet into the pot. Allow it to simmer for another 20 minutes or until the rice is fully cooked.
- Finally season, with salt and pepper according to your taste preference. To add some freshness and color to your dish garnish it with some chopped scallions before serving it warm.
Notes
For those looking to savor the comfort of our Copycat Panera Chicken and Wild Rice Soup without the gluten, fret not! Replace the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend or use cornstarch as a thickener. Make sure to whisk it well with cold milk to prevent lumps. Additionally, be cautious while choosing the wild rice mix—some may contain gluten or be processed in facilities with gluten products. Opt for a certified gluten-free brand. The result? A bowl filled with the same rich, comforting flavors, but tailored to suit your gluten-free lifestyle.