Creamy Chicken and Wild Rice Soup

Step 1
Combine chicken, broth, and water in a large pot over medium heat. Bring to a boil, then stir in rice, reserving the seasoning packet. Cover and remove from heat.

Step 2
Combine flour, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.

Step 3
Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir in contents of seasoning packet until mixture is bubbly. Reduce heat to low, then add flour mixture, a few tablespoons at a time, into the butter mixture, stirring continuously to form a roux. Whisk in cream, a little at a time, until fully incorporated and smooth. Cook until thickened, about 5 minutes.

Step 4
Stir flour and cream mixture into broth and rice. Cook over medium heat until heated through, 10 to 15 minutes.

Step 5
Serve hot and enjoy!