Description
This comforting one-pot meal combines nutty wild rice, tender poultry, and hearty chickpeas in a savory broth. Perfect for chilly evenings, this rustic soup uses fresh aromatics like carrots, celery, and onion to create deep layers of flavor. It is a forgiving, nutritious, and versatile recipe that works beautifully with leftover turkey or rotisserie chicken, making it an ideal staple for busy households seeking a warm, home-cooked meal without the stress.
Ingredients
2 Tbsp olive oil
1 lb turkey tenderloin or breast, cubed (or 2–3 cups cooked shredded turkey/chicken)
1 cup yellow onion, diced
1 cup carrots, diced
1 cup celery, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
3/4 cup wild rice, rinsed and drained
1 can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
6 cups chicken or vegetable broth
1 tsp dried thyme
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 squeeze of fresh lemon juice
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
Add the turkey pieces and brown on all sides if using raw meat; remove and set aside if necessary, or push to the side.
Add the onion, carrots, and celery to the pot and sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour in the broth and scrape the bottom of the pot to release any browned bits.
Stir in the wild rice, thyme, salt, and pepper.
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 40-45 minutes or until rice is tender.
Add the cooked turkey and rinsed chickpeas to the pot and simmer for an additional 5-10 minutes until heated through.
Remove from heat, stir in a squeeze of fresh lemon juice, and serve warm.
Notes
If using pre-cooked shredded turkey or chicken, add it to the pot only during the last 10 minutes of cooking to prevent it from becoming dry. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 50
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 65mg