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Rotisserie Chicken Wild Rice Chowder

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A creamy, comforting soup made with tender rotisserie chicken, chewy wild rice, and a velvety broth. This easy, weeknight-friendly dish is filled with savory, aromatic flavors that deliver big satisfaction with minimal effort.

  • Total Time: 65
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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1 rotisserie chicken (3 to 4 lbs)
1/3 cup butter, melted (or olive oil for a dairy-free option)
1 medium onion, diced
2 celery stalks, chopped
2 medium carrots, peeled and diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon fresh thyme, or 1/2 teaspoon dried
1 bay leaf
8 cups chicken stock (homemade or low-sodium)
1 cup uncooked wild rice
1 cup uncooked long-grain rice or brown rice
1 cup heavy cream (or full-fat coconut milk for a dairy-free option)
Salt and black pepper to taste
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

Instructions

Preheat an oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the rotisserie chicken in a roasting pan and bake for 15–20 minutes. Let it cool slightly, then remove the meat from the bones; shred the chicken into bite-size pieces and set aside.
In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the butter (or olive oil) over medium heat. Add the onion, celery, and carrots, and sauté for 5 minutes, or until tender.
Add the garlic and thyme, stir for 1 minute, then add the bay leaf. Pour in the chicken stock and bring to a simmer.
Add the uncooked wild rice and long-grain rice (or brown rice) and stir to combine. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 35–40 minutes, or until both rices are cooked through and tender.
Stir in the shredded chicken, heavy cream (or coconut milk), and freshly ground pepper. Simmer for another 10 minutes, but do not let the mixture boil after adding the cream to avoid curdling.
Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper. Remove the bay leaf. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

Wild rice typically takes longer to cook than brown rice, but combining it with fast-cooking long-grain rice or short-grain rice ensures the soup finishes on time.
For a dairy-free version, use olive oil instead of butter and full-fat coconut milk instead of heavy cream.
Leftover chowder can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
For added flavor, toss in some roasted potatoes or corn during the simmering process.

  • Author: Jasmine
  • Prep Time: 15
  • Cook Time: 50
  • Category: Quick Chicken
  • Method: Stewing
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: None

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 380
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 900mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg