Description
This comforting Turkey Wild Rice Soup combines tender leftover turkey, hearty wild rice, and a medley of vegetables simmered in a flavorful broth, finished with a creamy touch. Perfect for using up turkey leftovers or enjoying a warm, wholesome meal any time of year.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup uncooked wild rice blend
- 6 cups chicken or turkey broth
- 2 cups cooked turkey, shredded or chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Salt to taste
For Creamy Soup (Optional)
- 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (optional, for thickening)
Garnish
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Sauté Vegetables: In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, sliced carrots, and sliced celery. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables soften, about 5–6 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute to release its aroma.
- Add Rice and Broth: Stir in the uncooked wild rice blend, then pour in the chicken or turkey broth. Add dried thyme, dried rosemary, black pepper, and salt to taste. Bring the mixture to a boil.
- Simmer Soup: Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let the soup simmer gently for 45 to 50 minutes, or until the wild rice is tender and fully cooked.
- Add Turkey: Stir in the cooked turkey pieces and continue simmering the soup uncovered for an additional 10 minutes to heat the turkey through.
- Thicken Soup (Optional): In a small bowl, whisk the heavy cream together with the all-purpose flour until smooth. Slowly pour this mixture into the soup while stirring constantly. Allow the soup to simmer uncovered for another 5 to 10 minutes until it thickens slightly. This step is optional but adds a creamy consistency.
- Final Seasoning and Garnish: Taste the soup and adjust salt and pepper if needed. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish each serving with freshly chopped parsley for a bright, fresh touch.
Notes
- You can use leftover roast turkey or substitute cooked chicken for this soup.
- For a dairy-free version, omit the cream or substitute with coconut milk.
- The soup will thicken as it sits; add extra broth when reheating if you prefer a thinner consistency.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
