Description

One-Pot Creamy Turkey and Wild Rice Soup is the ultimate comfort food for chilly nights. This rich, creamy soup combines tender turkey, nutty wild rice, and fresh vegetables in a savory broth that wraps you in warmth with every spoonful. Perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy gatherings, this easy recipe requires minimal cleanup while delivering maximum flavor that will have everyone asking for seconds.

Ingredients

Scale

1 lb boneless, skinless turkey breast, diced
1 cup wild rice
2 medium carrots, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
1 medium onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream or milk
1 tsp dried thyme
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (plus more for garnish)
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté diced onion until translucent (about 5 minutes).
Add chopped carrots and celery; sauté for another 3–4 minutes.
Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
Add diced turkey and cook until browned (5–7 minutes).
Pour in wild rice and chicken broth; bring to a simmer, stirring occasionally.
When rice is tender (about 45 minutes), stir in cream/milk, thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper.
Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Cooking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
Calories: 350
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 600mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 25g
Cholesterol: 85mg

Keywords: For added richness, use extra heavy cream at the end. Swap turkey for shredded rotisserie chicken or add seasonal veggies like spinach or peas for variety.