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Chicken, Mushroom, and Wild Rice Soup

Ali Segersten (author)
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This comforting autumn soup is earthy, aromatic, and deeply nourishing. Wild rice adds a nutty texture and beautiful contrast, while a medley of mushrooms brings layers of umami and immune-supportive nutrients. Use all cremini mushrooms for a simple, hearty version, or combine whatever varieties are available locally. Chanterelles, shiitakes, oyster, or maitake mushrooms each add their own unique flavor and texture. Rich in beta-glucans that support immune and gut health, mushrooms transform this soup into a bowl of comfort and restoration—perfect for cozy evenings and slow, nourishing meals throughout the colder months.

Ingredients

Rice

1 cups wild rice
2 cups water
1 pinches sea salt

Soup

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1½ pounds boneless chicken thighs
1 large leeks chopped
3 medium carrots peeled and chopped
4 celery stalks chopped
12 ounces cremini mushrooms sliced (or a variety of mushrooms)
¼ cups dry white wine
4 cups chicken stock
1 teaspoons dried thyme
1 teaspoons dried marjoram
1½ teaspoons sea salt
½ teaspoons black pepper
1½ cups heavy cream
½ cups parsley chopped
5.0 3 reviews

CMH

Jan 2, 2026

Brilliant and so simple, this has become a staple of my soup making winter regimen. My kids help me make it, it’s so fast and delicious. We make double or triple recipes, freeze the extras and enjoy for weeks….love it!!!!

Den…

Jan 2, 2026

yes, completely agree. Eating this soup makes me feel like I am really nourishing my body especially on a rainy day.

And…

Dec 28, 2025

This is delicious and very nourishing. Wonderful flavors!! Another great recipe, thank you, Ali!