Are you ready to transform your ordinary dinner into an extraordinary culinary experience? This Creamy Turkey Wild Rice Soup is not just a recipe—it's a warm hug in a bowl that will transport you to cozy kitchen memories and satisfy your deepest comfort food cravings. Perfect for chilly evenings, leftover turkey rescue missions, or when you simply need a hearty meal that feels like pure love, this soup promises to become your new go-to recipe that will have everyone asking for seconds!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 45 mins
Total Time: 55 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb cooked turkey, shredded
- 1 cup wild rice
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Rinse the wild rice thoroughly under cold water to remove any debris or excess starch.
- In a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot, heat a small amount of olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onions, carrots, and celery. Sauté the vegetables for 5-6 minutes until they become soft and the onions turn translucent.
- Pour in the chicken broth and add the rinsed wild rice. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 35-40 minutes until the wild rice is tender and has started to burst open.
- Add the shredded cooked turkey to the pot, stirring gently to distribute evenly throughout the soup.
- Pour in the heavy cream and stir to combine. Simmer for an additional 5-7 minutes to heat through and allow flavors to meld together.
- Season the soup with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Stir well to ensure even seasoning.
- Remove from heat and let the soup rest for 2-3 minutes to slightly thicken.
- Ladle the soup into serving bowls and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
- Serve hot with crusty bread or crackers on the side for a complete meal.
Tips
- Wild Rice Pro Tip: Always rinse wild rice thoroughly to remove any dust or debris. This helps prevent a bitter taste and ensures a cleaner flavor profile.
- Vegetable Sautéing Secret: Take your time when sautéing onions, carrots, and celery. The longer they cook, the more depth of flavor they'll develop for your soup.
- Cream Addition Trick: Add heavy cream at the end and avoid boiling to prevent separation. A gentle simmer helps incorporate the cream smoothly.
- Make-Ahead Magic: This soup tastes even better the next day! The flavors will continue to meld and intensify overnight.
- Leftover Turkey Hack: This recipe is perfect for using up roasted or rotisserie turkey, making it an economical and delicious meal solution.
- Texture Variation: For a thicker soup, you can blend a small portion of the soup and return it to the pot, or add a tablespoon of flour when sautéing vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 350kcal
Carbohydrates: 25g
Protein: 25g
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Cholesterol: 85mg
