Slow-Cooker Creamy Chicken and Wild Rice Soup

Today I went out with my sister. I wanted something that would be ready for dinner when I got home. Cue the slow cooker. The recipe is from Pure Wow. I did make a couple of edits to the recipe.

This is the version of the recipe that I made. I cut the recipe in half and left out the mushrooms and garlic.

It was quite good. We both went back for seconds. 


Slow-Cooker Creamy Chicken and Wild Rice Soup

Ingredients-

1/2 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, diced

1/2 sweet onion, diced

2 carrots, peeled and sliced into rounds

1 stalks celery, sliced

1/2 cup wild rice

1 bay leaf

3 cups chicken broth

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

1/4 cup heavy cream

Method-

Place the chicken breast, onion, carrot, celery, wild rice, bay leaf, and chicken broth in the bowl of a slow cooker.

 

Turn the slow cooker on low, and cook until the chicken and rice are tender, 6½ to 7 hours.

Season the soup with salt and pepper and stir in the heavy cream. 

Cook until heated through, 15 to 20 minutes. 

Today was my Mom's birthday. It was nice that I got to spend the day with my sister. 

I think Mom would have been pleased with how we spent the day.

What Are We Making For Dinner This Week

Okay, okay, I know I've been a bit MIA lately. Life gets busy, right? But I'm determined to get back into the swing of things, and what better way to do that than by sharing my weekly dinner plans? Let's be honest, trying to figure out what to make for dinner after a long day is the absolute WORST. I simply cannot operate without a plan. 

So, every Thursday, I dedicate a little time to menu planning and grocery list making. It's my little ritual, and it saves me so much stress during the week. Some weeks, like this one, I'll be relying on my freezer stash of pre-made meals (a true lifesaver!).

Without further ado, here's what's cooking (or reheating!) in our kitchen this week:

Saturday, January 4th: Slow-Cooker Creamy Chicken and Wild Rice Soup (New Recipe Alert!)

I'm super excited to try this new recipe I found on Pure Wow! It's a Slow-Cooker Creamy Chicken and Wild Rice Soup, and it sounds absolutely perfect for a chilly January evening. I love anything I can just throw in the slow cooker and forget about, and this creamy, comforting soup seems like just the ticket. I'll be sure to share how it turns out!

Sunday, January 5th: Classic Comfort Food: Meatloaf, Mashed Potatoes, and Zucchini

Sunday is for comfort food, and nothing says comfort quite like meatloaf, mashed potatoes, and a side of zucchini. This is a family favorite. 

Monday, January 6th: Freezer Rescue: Chicken Cutlets with Noodles and Veggies

Time to raid the freezer! On Monday, I'll be pulling out some pre-made chicken cutlets and serving them with noodles and a side of veggies. It's a quick and easy meal that's perfect for a busy weeknight.

Tuesday, January 7th: Freezer Find: Stuffed Peppers

Another freezer favorite! These stuffed peppers are packed with flavor. I usually make a big batch and freeze them for easy weeknight meals.

Wednesday, January 8th: Freezer Staple: Baked Macaroni

Who doesn't love my Mom's baked macaroni and cheese? This is another freezer staple in my house. It's cheesy, comforting, and always a hit.

Thursday, January 9th: Freezer Surprise: Shepherd's Pie

Rounding out the week with another freezer gem: Shepherd's Pie! This hearty and satisfying dish is the perfect way to end a busy week.

So there you have it! My dinner plan for the week. I hope this gives you some inspiration for your own meal planning. Stay tuned for updates and maybe even some recipe shares! What are you cooking this week? Let me know in the comments below!