Jason’s Deli built its reputation on hearty, homestyle cooking, and the Chicken and Wild Rice Soup is among its most-requested recipes. This copycat version combines tender rotisserie chicken, nutty wild rice, and fresh vegetables in a lightly creamy broth seasoned with poultry spices. A flour-thickened base and a finish with heavy cream give it satisfying body without the heaviness of a full-cream chowder.

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A bowl of creamy soup with wild rice, chicken, and vegetables.

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Why you should try Jason’s Deli Chicken and Wild Rice Soup

This version of an old-time favorite is rich enough to be satisfying but light enough to serve as a starter without leaving your guests feeling full. The chewy, nutty wild rice and a touch of heavy cream transform what would be a pretty darn good chicken soup into a dish that really stands out. This Jason’s Deli Chicken and Wild Rice Soup recipe is all about classic flavors and honest home cooking, the kind your mother would approve of and your family will ask for again and again.

Ingredients and their roles in this recipe

Butter – Serves as the fat base for sautéing the vegetables and forms the fat component of the roux that thickens the broth.
White onion, small diced – Softens and sweetens during sautéing, adding a mild aromatic foundation to the soup.
Carrots, small diced – Add color, a slight natural sweetness, and a tender bite that holds up through the full simmer time.
Celery, thinly sliced – Contributes an earthy, slightly bitter counterpoint that balances the sweetness of the onion and carrots.
Salt – Enhances and ties together all the other flavors in the soup.
All-purpose flour – Combines with the butter to form a blonde roux that thickens the broth and gives it a silky, creamy consistency.
Chicken stock – Forms the base of the broth and provides the primary savory depth of the soup.
Rotisserie chicken breast, chopped – Provides tender, already-seasoned chicken without the additional cook time needed for raw poultry.
Wild rice blend, uncooked – Gives the soup its signature nutty flavor and slightly chewy texture that sets it apart from standard chicken and rice soups.
Poultry seasoning – Delivers the classic profile of sage, thyme, marjoram, and rosemary in a single, convenient blend.
Heavy cream – Stirred in at the end to finish the soup with richness and smooth out the broth.

Cooked chicken, wild rice, vegetables, broth, butter, flour, cream, and seasonings.

How to make Chicken and Wild Rice Soup

In a large, heavy pot, like a Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium heat.
When the butter stops foaming, add the diced white onion, diced carrot, and thinly sliced celery. Sprinkle in the salt and stir to coat the veggies in butter.
Stir occasionally until the onions become translucent, about 6 to 8 minutes.
Sprinkle the AP flour over the vegetables and stir well to prevent lumps. Continue to cook and stir until a blonde roux forms, and you can smell that the flour is cooked through, about two minutes.
Slowly pour the chicken stock over the vegetables while stirring rapidly to prevent lumps.
Add the chopped rotisserie chicken breast, the wild rice blend, and poultry seasoning. Stir well and bring the stock to a gentle boil.
Lower the heat until the broth is barely simmering, cover the pot, and cook for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Remove the lid and stir in the heavy cream. Continue cooking the soup at a low simmer until the wild rice is cooked through, about 15 minutes.
Taste and add more salt, if needed.
Serve immediately.

Making creamy soup with chicken, vegetables, and wild rice.

What to serve with this to make it a complete meal

Jason’s Deli Chicken and Wild Rice Soup recipe makes an amazing pick-me-up on a cold or rainy day, but you can turn it into the ultimate comfort meal by pairing it with one or two of the dishes below.

Starbucks Grilled Cheese Sandwich – A great grilled cheese doesn’t need to be over-the-top, but it should feel a bit special. The Starbucks Grilled Cheese Sandwich plays this role perfectly, starting with thick-cut sourdough bread spread with irresistible garlic Parmesan butter. An uncomplicated filling of mozzarella and white cheddar cheese keeps the sandwich familiarly comforting.

Jason’s Deli Garlic Toast – Think of these as oversized croutons or crostini, and you’ll get an idea of how simple yet delicious they are. Thin slices of light, airy French baguette serve as the base, and two kinds of oil and plenty of fresh garlic ensure the flavor comes through.

Easy Copycat Jason’s Deli Strawberry Shortcake – Nothing says summer quite like Strawberry Shortcake. This version from Jason’s Deli opts for sliced pound cake instead of traditional ladyfingers but doesn’t skimp on homemade whipped cream. The juicy, slightly tart strawberries balance out the dessert and keep it light and refreshing.

A bowl of hearty and creamy soup with chicken, veggies, and wild rice.

Storing and reheating instructions

Refrigerator storage: Cool the soup as quickly as possible by pouring it into a large shallow container. When at room temperature, transfer the soup to an airtight container and chill for up to 3 days. The wild rice will absorb some of the liquid, so don’t be surprised if it thickens.

Freezer storage: Due to the heavy cream, the soup does not freeze well. But if you leave out the heavy cream, you can freeze the soup in a freezer-safe container for up to a month. Thaw the soup in the fridge overnight and stir in the heavy cream right before reheating.

Reheating instructions: Heat the soup in a saucepan over medium-low heat until hot. If the soup is thick, stir in additional chicken stock, milk, cream, or even water.

A bowl of thick and creamy soup with chicken, veggies, and wild rice.

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