Southwest Chicken and Wild Rice Soup

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This smoky, Southwestern-style soup, infused with a variety of spices and made with convenient canned chicken and vegetables, is a true autumn favorite.

By Allrecipes Member
Published on August 4, 2021
Prep Time:
15 mins
Additional Time:
25 mins
Total Time:
40 mins
Servings:
6
Yield:
6 servings
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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • ½ cup chopped onion

  • ½ cup thinly sliced celery

  • 1 (10.75 ounce) can low-sodium cream of chicken soup

  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth

  • 1 cup cooked wild rice

  • 1 cup canned, sliced carrots, drained

  • 2 (3 ounce) cans premium chunk chicken breast in water, drained

  • ½ teaspoon chili powder

  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin

  • 1 pinch Pinch ground chipotle chile

  • 1 cup shredded Pepper Jack cheese, divided

  • ⅓ cup whipping cream

  • 3 tablespoons chopped cilantro

  • 2 sprigs Cilantro sprigs for garnish

Directions

  1. In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium-high heat; add onion and celery. Saute, stirring occasionally, 8 to 10 minutes or until softened. Stir in soup and broth.

  2. Add rice, carrots, chicken, chili powder, cumin, chipotle chile and 3/4 cup cheese; bring to a boil, stirring occasionally.

  3. Reduce heat and simmer 10 minutes to blend flavors; stir in cream and chopped cilantro. Garnish with remaining cheese and cilantro sprigs.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

285 Calories
19g Fat
11g Carbs
14g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 285
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 19g 25%
Saturated Fat 8g 41%
Cholesterol 62mg 21%
Sodium 680mg 30%
Total Carbohydrate 11g 4%
Dietary Fiber 3g 9%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 14g 28%
Vitamin C 4mg 4%
Calcium 154mg 12%
Iron 1mg 6%
Potassium 208mg 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.