Crock Pot Turkey And Wild Rice Soup

This Crock Pot Turkey and Wild Rice Soup is a creamy and hearty recipe, which uses leftover turkey and wild rice. It’s the perfect weeknight dinner, ready in about 6 hours and 25 minutes.

Crock Pot Turkey And Wild Rice Soup Ingredients

• 1 pound leftover turkey or chicken, shredded or chopped
• 3/4 cup uncooked wild rice, rinsed
• 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth (or 4 cups broth + 2 cups water)
• 2 cups heavy cream
• 1/2 cup onion, sliced
• 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
• 1 medium carrot, diced
• 1 large celery stalk, sliced
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1 1/2 teaspoons salt (or more, to taste)
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper

How To Make Crock Pot Turkey And Wild Rice Soup

1. Add base ingredients: Place the turkey, wild rice, broth, onion, mushrooms, carrot, celery, garlic, salt, thyme, rosemary, and pepper into the slow cooker. Stir to combine.
2. Slow cook: Cover and cook on HIGH for 2–3 hours or LOW for 4–6 hours, until rice is tender.
3. Add cream: Stir in the heavy cream. Cover and cook an additional 5–10 minutes until heated through.
4. Season and serve: Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed. Serve warm.

Recipe Tips

• Can I use cooked rice instead of uncooked wild rice?
  Yes, add cooked rice during the final 10–15 minutes so it doesn’t overcook.
• How to make it dairy-free:
  Use canned coconut milk or a plant-based cream substitute instead of heavy cream.
• Can I add spinach or kale?
  Yes, stir in baby spinach or chopped kale during the last 5 minutes of cooking.
• What mushrooms work best?
  Baby bella, cremini, or white button mushrooms all work well.
• How to make it thicker:
  Stir in a cornstarch slurry (1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp cold water) before adding the cream.

What To Serve With Turkey And Wild Rice Soup

This creamy soup goes great with:

• Crusty bread or garlic toast
• Side salad with vinaigrette
• Roasted vegetables
• Cheese and crackers
• A light fruit salad

How To Store Turkey And Wild Rice Soup

Refrigerate:
Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Reheat on the stove or in the microwave.

Freeze:
Freeze before adding the cream for best results. Thaw and stir in fresh cream after reheating.

Turkey And Wild Rice Soup Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 450 kcal
• Carbohydrates: 25g
• Protein: 28g
• Fat: 28g
• Saturated Fat: 15g
• Cholesterol: 110mg
• Sodium: 800mg
• Fiber: 2g
• Sugar: 4g
• Calcium: 90mg
• Iron: 2mg

Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.

FAQs

Can I make this soup ahead of time?
Yes, it reheats well. For best texture, add the cream just before serving.

Is wild rice the same as brown rice?
No, wild rice has a firmer texture and nuttier flavor. Substituting is possible, but it will change the soup’s texture.

How to reduce the fat content?
Use half-and-half or a light cream alternative instead of heavy cream.

Can I use rotisserie chicken?
Yes, it’s a quick and flavorful substitute for turkey.

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