Serves: 6

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 35 minutes

• 1 lb chicken breasts or thighs, diced

• 1 cup wild rice blend

• 1 medium onion, chopped

• 3 carrots, sliced

• 2 celery stalks, sliced

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 6 cups chicken broth

• 1 cup milk or half-and-half (optional)

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tsp dried thyme

• 1 tsp dried parsley

• 1–2 bay leaves

• Salt & pepper to taste

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion,

carrots, and celery. Cook 5–6 minutes until softened.

2. Add garlic, chicken, thyme, parsley, bay leaves, salt and pepper.

Cook until lightly browned.

3. Add wild rice and chicken broth. Bring to boil, then simmer 25–30

minutes.

4. Add milk or half■and■half for a creamy finish, if desired.

5. Adjust seasoning, remove bay leaves, and serve warm.

• Easy cleanup

• Kid■friendly flavors

• Healthy, hearty, great for leftovers