Copy Cat Panera Cream Of Chicken And Wild Rice Soup Recipe

Conquer those chilly evenings with this irresistible copycat recipe of Panera Bread's famous Cream of Chicken and Wild Rice Soup! This hearty, creamy soup is unbelievably close to the Panera original and ready in under an hour. We've perfected the recipe, reducing the flour for a lighter, yet still luxuriously thick consistency (just like Panera's!). Get ready for a warm hug in a bowl – the perfect comfort food for busy weeknights.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 578.6 kcal
Protein 30g
Rating 4.3 (83 Reviews)
Copy Cat Panera Cream Of Chicken And Wild Rice Soup

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

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Ingredients for Copy Cat Panera Cream Of Chicken And Wild Rice Soup

  • 8 cups Chicken broth
  • Chicken Breast Halves
  • Long Grain And Wild Rice Blend
  • Ground Black Pepper
  • All Purpose Flour
  • 4 tablespoons Butter
  • Carrot
  • 1 cup Chopped celery
  • 1 medium Onion, chopped
  • Light Cream

How to Make Copy Cat Panera Cream Of Chicken And Wild Rice Soup

  1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  3. Gradually whisk in chicken broth, ensuring no lumps form.
  4. Add wild rice, thyme, and poultry seasoning. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until rice is tender.
  5. Stir in shredded chicken, milk, and heavy cream. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Simmer for another 5 minutes, or until heated through. Do not boil.
  7. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Serve hot and enjoy!

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

43 g

Sugar

13g

Fat

150g

Carbs

6g