Is chicken and wild rice soup gluten-free?

Traditional recipes often use flour to make a roux, but this version is 100% gluten-free. It uses tender potatoes and a wild rice blend to build natural body without any wheat or flour.

What is the best dairy-free cream substitute for soup?

Unsweetened plant-based half-and-half provides the best texture and neutral taste. Plain full-fat canned coconut milk or unsweetened cashew cream are also great alternatives.

How do you thicken soup without heavy cream or flour?

You can mash some of the tender cooked potatoes directly in the pot, blend a cup of the soup broth and veggies until smooth before returning it to the pot, or stir in a quick slurry of 1 tablespoon tapioca or arrowroot starch mixed with cold water.

Can you freeze dairy-free chicken and wild rice soup?

Yes! Dairy-free soups freeze much better than traditional dairy soups because plant-based half-and-half will not break or curdle upon thawing. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 months.

Why does wild rice soup absorb all the liquid in leftovers?

Wild rice naturally continues to absorb liquid as it sits in the refrigerator. When reheating leftovers, simply pour in an extra splash of chicken broth or non-dairy milk to quickly bring the soup back to your ideal broth consistency.

Creamy Dairy-Free Chicken and Wild Rice Soup

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Learn how to make the ultimate Creamy Dairy-Free Chicken and Wild Rice Soup! Packed with tender chicken, potatoes, garlic, fresh herbs, and a velvety non-dairy finish!

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How to make this Dairy-Free Chicken Wild Rice Soup

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Ingredients You Will Need for this Healthy Dairy-Free Soup

Equipment You Will Need

A Note about the Baking Dish:

I love using our Lodge Essential Enamel Cast Iron Dutch Oven. Recipes like this chicken and wild rice soup with potatoes work so well in this pot. You can brown the veggies and braise the soup, all in one pot! It usually requires a quick 5-10 minute soak with dish soap, and all the browned bits wash off easily!

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Step 1: Sauté Aromatics:

Heat 1 tbsp avocado oil in a large dutch over or stockpot over medium heat. Add 1 cup chopped onions and 1 cup chopped carrots, and 4 cloves minced fresh garlic; cook 6-8 minutes until the onions become translucent. Stir in Cook until fragrant (about 1 minute).

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Step 2: Add Broth and Rice

Pour in 64 oz chicken broth and stir in 1 cup wild rice blend, 2 cups diced potatoes, along with 1 tsp fresh oregano, 1 tsp fresh thyme, 1 tsp fresh rosemary, 1 bayleaf, 2 tsp salt, and 1 tsp white pepper. Bring the liquid to a rolling boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to low, cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid, and simmer until the wild rice and potatoes are tender (approximately 40-45 minutes).

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Step 3: Stir in Chicken & Half-and Half:

Uncover the pot and reduce heat to low. Stir in 2 cups cooked diced chicken and 1 cup non-dairy (or regular) half-and-half. Allow the soup to simmer uncovered until the chicken is heated through and the flavors blend together (3-5 minutes).

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Step 4: Adjust Seasoning & Serve:

Taste the broth carefully and adjust with extra salt or white pepper if desired. Ladle into bowls, garnish with fresh herbs, and serve with crusty gluten-free (or regular) sourdough bread on the side.

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