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    Jan 11, 2016 · Modified: Apr 2, 2021 by Chelsea · This post may contain affiliate links ·

    Copycat Panera Chicken and Wild Rice Soup

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    Copycat Panera Chicken and Wild Rice Soup Recipe - The best soup ever! It's creamy, flavorful, and filling. Made with easy pantry ingredients. Can be made in the crockpot or a soup pot, so easy either way!

    Copycat Panera Chicken and Wild Rice Soup Recipe - The best soup ever! It's creamy, flavorful, and filling. Made with easy pantry ingredients. Can be made in the crockpot or a soup pot, so easy either way!

    Soup season has finally decided to come around here. In the last few months of 2015, I wasn't sure if it would ever be appropriate to indulge in a delicious bowl of warm soup. I mean the weather was a little confused and thought we completely skipped over winter and went straight to late spring. Now that's nothing to complain about and I most definitely am not at this second. It's downright cold here now!

    If you haven't ever tried Panera Bread's soups, you are seriously missing out. Their soups are so good and usually oh-so-creamy and comforting. I am in love with their chicken and wild rice soup and broccoli and cheese soup. Now my hubby loves their tomato soup, which I haven't tried yet.

    Copycat Panera Chicken and Wild Rice Soup Recipe - The best soup ever! It's creamy, flavorful, and filling. Made with easy pantry ingredients. Can be made in the crockpot or a soup pot, so easy either way!

    Looking for additional soup recipes to try? We highly recommend our one-pot tomato and basil tortellini soup (one of my favorites), slow cooker ravioli soup (perfect for Meatless Mondays), and our cauliflower roasted red pepper soup (everyone loves it).

    As with all my soups lately, I have been using my favorite dutch oven. It's the best kitchen investment I have ever made, besides my trusty cast iron skillets. I love being able to sear meats in it on the stovetop and then transfer it to the oven. I haven't found anything I cannot use it for, well...besides, ice cream. 😉

    If you are looking for a bowl of soup that warms you up inside and out, is creamy, filling and hearty, so flavorful and makes leftovers the next day, and then give this copycat Panera chicken and rice soup a try! You will not be disappointed!

    Copycat Panera Chicken and Wild Rice Soup Recipe - The best soup ever! It's creamy, flavorful, and filling. Made with easy pantry ingredients. Can be made in the crockpot or a soup pot, so easy either way!

    As with all soups, it starts with your most basic ingredients: chicken stock or broth, carrots, celery, salt and pepper, onions, etc. The ingredient that takes this soup to a whole new level is Rice a Roni Long Grain and Wild Rice plus the seasoning packet included with the rice. Trust me on this, it brings the soup flavors together in the most delicious way.

    I highly recommend making homemade chicken stock or broth, if you have the time. As the saying goes, "Homemade is always the best." It is and so much healthier for you, plus you can control the sodium content. I'm picky that kind of way. The night before I am making soup, I purchase a whole chicken and roast it on my lovely and amazing dutch oven, then make chicken stock in my slow cooker overnight. It's the easiest thing ever and cheap!

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    Copycat Panera Chicken and Wild Rice Soup Recipe - The best soup ever! It's creamy, flavorful, and filling. Made with easy pantry ingredients. Can be made in the crockpot or a soup pot, so easy either way!
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    Copycat Panera Chicken and Wild Rice Soup
    Prep Time
    10 mins
    Cook Time
    45 mins
     

    Copycat Panera Chicken and Wild Rice Soup – The best soup ever! It’s creamy, flavorful, and filling. Made with easy pantry ingredients

    Course: Main Course, Soup
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: chicken and rice, chicken soup, copycat, panera
    Servings: 6
    Calories: 186 kcal
    Ingredients
    • ½ cup finely diced carrots
    • ½ cup finely diced celery
    • 1 medium onion, finely diced
    • 1 tsp olive oil
    • 3 garlic cloves, minced
    • 32 oz chicken stock
    • 2 cups water
    • 2 cups milk, divided
    • ½ tsp pepper
    • ½ tsp dried oregano
    • 1 bay leaf
    • 2 large chicken breasts, cooked and shredded or finely diced
    • ½ cup all-purpose flour
    • 4.3 oz box of Rice a Roni Long Grain and Wild Rice + seasoning packet
    • salt and pepper, to taste
    • scallions, to garnish
    Instructions
    1. Place the carrots, celery, onion, and olive oil in a 6-quart Dutch oven to the soup pot. Allow the carrots, celery, and onion simmer over medium heat for 10 minutes or until the onions are translucent.

    2. Add the garlic cloves, chicken stock, water, and 1 cup of milk to the mixture and mix.

    3. Add the pepper, dried oregano, bay leaf, and chicken. Mix until combined. Allow the soup to simmer over medium heat for 15 minutes.

    4. Whisk together the other 1 cup of milk with the ½ cup flour until smooth. Place into the soup mixture and whisk until combined.

    5. Place the long grain and wild rice and the seasoning packet into the soup and mix until combined. Allow the soup to simmer for 20 minutes or until the rice is tender. Add salt and pepper to taste.

    6. Serve and garnish with fresh scallions.

    Recipe Notes

    Nutrition estimated is based upon the brands I used. Yours may vary depending on brands.

    Nutrition Facts
    Copycat Panera Chicken and Wild Rice Soup
    Amount Per Serving
    Calories 186 Calories from Fat 26
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 2.9g4%
    Cholesterol 15mg5%
    Sodium 407.5mg18%
    Carbohydrates 29.1g10%
    Fiber 1.5g6%
    Sugar 5.3g6%
    Protein 10.9g22%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

     

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    1. Sarah says

      January 11, 2016 at 10:03 am

      This soup looks/sounds amazing! I love the Panera version so I'm so glad that you've shared a copy cat one that I can make at home too!

      Reply
      • Krystal says

        December 10, 2018 at 3:17 pm

        I just made this soup! I substituted the milk for cocoa nut milk, and gluten free flour. I think it turned out great! However I would definitely use less oregano next time.

        Reply
    2. windy compton says

      January 18, 2016 at 9:15 pm

      This soup is Delicious!! I followed the recipe as it is and its perfect. My family fell in love with it at first bite. I'll be making this a lot. It's great on cold nights and it pairs well with warm Artisian bread.

      Reply
      • Chelsea says

        January 26, 2016 at 10:05 am

        Woohoo! So glad you enjoyed it, Windy! It's a favorite here, especially on a cold night!

        Reply
        • Linda Lehr says

          March 19, 2019 at 11:53 am

          Can we freeze it?

          Reply
          • Chelsea says

            April 06, 2019 at 9:51 am

            You sure can, Linda. I would recommend freezing it in freezer-friendly containers and it should be good for up to 3 months. Enjoy!

            Reply
    3. Beth says

      February 08, 2016 at 12:11 am

      Made this tonight, thank you for sharing definitely going into the recipe box. Only changes I made were more carrots, celery and an extra chicken breast because the family likes super thick hearty soups; and Mrs dash in place of just pepper. Really spot on recipe though. Thank you!

      Reply
    4. Kelly says

      February 20, 2016 at 12:34 pm

      How can this be made into a slow cooker dish? Would you leave the carrots, celery, onion raw when added to the slow cooker with all other ingredients, or...? Thanks for the advice!

      Reply
      • Chelsea says

        March 16, 2016 at 2:16 pm

        Hi, Kelly! I would add of the ingredients in a 6-quart slow cooker and leave out the all-purpose flour and Rice a Roni. Cook on high for 4 hours or on low for 8 hours. The last hour add in the flour and Rice a Roni and cook on high. Enjoy!

        Reply
    5. Kim says

      March 06, 2016 at 9:43 pm

      What's in the flavor packet? I buy bulk rice so there isn't a spice pack.

      Reply
      • Chelsea says

        March 16, 2016 at 2:06 pm

        Hi, Kim. There are a lot of flavors in the flavor packet. I highly recommend purchasing a box of Rice a Roni Long Grain and Wild Rice.

        Reply
    6. Shannon says

      March 06, 2016 at 11:14 pm

      Absolutely loved this soup. I am not really a fan of wild rice in general but this was supreme.

      Reply
    7. Amy says

      March 07, 2016 at 7:50 pm

      How do you make this in the crockpot? I appreciate your help!

      Reply
      • Chelsea says

        March 16, 2016 at 2:04 pm

        Hi, Amy! I would add of the ingredients in a 6-quart slow cooker and leave out the all-purpose flour and Rice a Roni. Cook on high for 4 hours or on low for 8 hours. The last hour add in the flour and Rice a Roni and cook on high. Enjoy!

        Reply
    8. Terri says

      April 09, 2016 at 7:24 pm

      This is the second time I have made this and it is so delicious. I must confess I have never had the Panera version, when I go in there I can't seem to get past the broccoli cheese soup. This is a keeper in our house now, we love it! Thank you for the recipe!!

      Reply
    9. Jen says

      April 14, 2016 at 8:17 pm

      I found your website just now by googling "recipe for Panera's chick and wild rice soup" so needless to say, I am really excited to try (and grateful to have found) this recipe. Good luck to you. Site looks wonderful. -Jen B Smithfield. RI

      Reply
      • Chelsea says

        April 21, 2016 at 8:59 am

        You are soo kind, Jen! Thank you so much! Enjoy! 🙂

        Reply
    10. Vicki says

      June 18, 2016 at 7:49 pm

      Does this soup freeze well?

      Reply
      • Chelsea says

        July 12, 2016 at 9:20 am

        I haven't tried freezing it before, Vicki.

        Reply
        • Jan says

          September 01, 2018 at 1:14 pm

          I have froze this soup and it was absolutely wonderful

          Reply
    11. Nicole says

      October 16, 2016 at 2:32 pm

      I don't buy processed products like Rice a Roni. What spice mix would you recommend in place of the rice a roni?

      Reply
      • Chelsea says

        October 24, 2016 at 1:59 pm

        I have only tested this recipe with Rice a Roni, Nicole.

        Reply
      • Kathy says

        March 17, 2018 at 9:09 am

        The Near East long grain & wild rice is all good ingredients

        Reply
      • Monika Makarewicz says

        April 02, 2018 at 1:56 pm

        Hi,
        I dont use the processed things either or as little as possible. I just made this 1st time today. I used little bit orzo, brown rice, long grain black rice. I added more general spices I use alot like, powder garlic, greek seasoning. I squeezed a little lemon in also because it brightens the flavors. I has fresh bone broth I made overnight in slor cooker...turned out good.

        Reply
      • Donna says

        April 25, 2023 at 12:03 pm

        Add Italian seasoning, salt and pepper. I don't use processed products either (if I can help it).

        Reply
    12. Beth says

      October 23, 2016 at 7:34 am

      Does the rice a Roni have preservatives?

      Reply
      • Chelsea says

        October 24, 2016 at 1:22 pm

        Yes.

        Reply
    13. Merissa says

      November 01, 2016 at 5:22 pm

      Can I make this in a regular pot without a durch oven?

      Reply
      • Chelsea says

        November 30, 2016 at 2:44 pm

        Sure, Merissa!

        Reply
    14. Katie says

      November 01, 2016 at 7:13 pm

      Oh man, I just made this but not with the wild rice mix I didn't have that. I had Knorr Parmesan Garlic rice and this was awesome! I omitted the garlic but I don't think I changed anything else. So good!! Will make it again!

      Reply
      • Chelsea says

        November 30, 2016 at 2:41 pm

        Thanks for sharing, Katie! 🙂

        Reply
    15. Angela says

      November 05, 2016 at 3:49 pm

      do you think I could make this with a store bought rotisserie chicken?

      Reply
      • Chelsea says

        November 30, 2016 at 2:39 pm

        Of course, Angela!

        Reply
      • Kelley says

        October 25, 2021 at 4:39 pm

        I do!

        Reply
    16. Tracy says

      November 06, 2016 at 5:49 pm

      I love this recipe I usually use a rotisserie chicken and I also use the Near East long grain and wild rice box original instead of the rice a roni. I like it better! Great soup recipe!!!

      Reply
      • Chelsea says

        November 30, 2016 at 2:43 pm

        So glad to hear that, Tracy!

        Reply
    17. Jane says

      November 28, 2016 at 5:10 pm

      I made this yesterday. I doubled the recipe because we love Panera soups. I think this is better than Panera's. it is delicious. I will make this again and again.

      Reply
      • Chelsea says

        November 30, 2016 at 2:09 pm

        I may be a little biased, but I think it's better, too! I am so glad you enjoyed it, Jane! 🙂

        Reply
    18. Jane says

      November 30, 2016 at 1:06 pm

      Fantastic ! I followed the recipe exactly and only had to add a little salt after tasting when it it was done.

      Reply
      • Chelsea says

        November 30, 2016 at 2:06 pm

        So glad you enjoyed it, Jane! It's one of our favorites.

        Reply
    19. Elizabeth says

      December 18, 2016 at 2:57 pm

      I'm currently making this right now I have a few more minutes of cooking until I enjoy my soup.

      Reply
    20. Nadia says

      December 27, 2016 at 7:12 pm

      This soup is delicious! Thanks for posting the recipe. I used left over turkey from Christmas instead of the chicken, but still umm umm good!

      Reply
    21. Alisa says

      January 01, 2017 at 1:58 pm

      Love this recipe. I didn't have celery or wild rice and used frozen peas and a 4.9 oz box of Quinoa blend with rosemary and olive oil and it was simply delicious. Highly recommend this recipe.

      Reply
    22. Katie says

      January 03, 2017 at 10:30 pm

      Thanks for posting and making this recipe easily printable. As a busy mom to 5 kids, it is difficult (to say the least) to make food that fit all my kids tastes. This soup hit the spot for all of us. Thanks again!
      Katie

      Reply
    23. Rachel says

      January 09, 2017 at 7:21 pm

      I searched recipes for soup that were comforting and tasty since the weather was a bit nippy. And I tried this soup for something different, I did double the recipe with carrots and celery..My family finished their bowls and asked for seconds. I served it with a soft French bread and it was a crowd pleaser. This one will be a definite repeat. Thank you for sharing!, ❤

      Reply
    24. Deb says

      January 13, 2017 at 2:31 pm

      I made this Monday and it was super! It was a hit for my whole family. I too doubled the vegetables, and used 4 chicken bouillon with 32 0z. Water instead of the stock.(didn't have). Instead of mixing the second cup of milk, I used half & half mixed with the flour. Making this for a potluck Sunday and will make a recipe & a half but will use two full boxes of Rice a Roni for more thickness.

      Reply
    25. Debbie says

      January 25, 2017 at 9:58 pm

      It sounds delicious! I hope to give it a try soon. Thank you!

      Reply
    26. Cesario says

      February 06, 2017 at 9:35 am

      Created this for my family. It has become a monthly meal in my house. Even the grand kids love it.

      Reply
    27. Mary says

      February 15, 2017 at 7:26 pm

      Delicious !!! Doubled recipe for big family added sliced baby Bella mushroom! It was a home run!!! Thanks again!

      Reply
    28. Amber says

      February 23, 2017 at 9:49 pm

      So I saw this recipe and tried it before I ever had tried Panera's. I love this soup! So one day I felt a bit under the weather and had my husband grab me some from Panera, and I was so disappointed! I thought it would be on par with this recipe, and it wasn't close (wasn't even very good. Just a mushy mess). I will stick with your recipe. I've already made it four times this winter, and it's my favorite comfort food right now.

      Reply
    29. Gail H says

      April 25, 2017 at 5:04 pm

      Amazing, did not change a thing, creamy, delicious, and filling....thankyou so much for the recipe!

      Reply
    30. Amber Vore says

      June 29, 2017 at 3:36 pm

      We <3 this recipe! I always double the recipe so it fills the whole pot and we like our soups extra creamy so I substitute half the milk with heavy cream... We tone down the amount of garlic because 6 cloves in the adoubled recipe was too much but aside from that it's devine!

      Reply
    31. Lynn says

      July 14, 2017 at 8:14 am

      So now I have a Board titled "soups" because of this recipe. I can't wait to make it. Thanks for sharing!

      Reply
    32. Cheryl says

      July 23, 2017 at 10:59 am

      I have made this several time! My kids--who can be picky eaters--and husband LOVE it! I usually use rotisserie chicken & whatever brand Wild Rice packet I have on hand or happen to pick up & it's always fantastic! Thanks for sharing. This is a go-to for us now!!

      Reply
    33. Jennifer says

      September 10, 2017 at 4:29 pm

      I made this today and added finely shredded cabbage! It was delicious and my husband loves it! He is a vegetarian and this will be a go to soup for us especially on cold nights!

      Reply
    34. Dee says

      September 15, 2017 at 12:50 pm

      Really delicious!!

      Reply
    35. Wendy says

      October 23, 2017 at 8:01 pm

      Delicious soup! It's a keeper!

      Reply
    36. Nikki says

      October 29, 2017 at 7:19 pm

      I made this in my pressure cooker. I think mine taste better than Panera's. Thanks for the recipe.

      Reply
    37. Sam says

      November 08, 2017 at 8:27 pm

      i just found this recipe and I am going to try this nect weekend but curious if it matters if bay leaf is dried or not.

      Reply
      • Chelsea says

        January 16, 2018 at 12:26 pm

        Dried.

        Reply
    38. Karen Cox says

      November 20, 2017 at 5:15 pm

      This is EXCELLENT!!! So far, everyone I have made this for.....loves it!

      Reply
    39. Elizabeth says

      December 12, 2017 at 2:57 pm

      This was so good! Just made this for a holiday lunch I'm having tomorrow and I'm making three soups so I'm doing them ahead of time. I snuck a taste and it's great!

      Reply
    40. Noelle says

      December 20, 2017 at 3:10 pm

      Made the soup, love the thickness and how the chicken came. Don’t like the processed taste from the spice packet. Always make things from scratch. Next time I will use fresh spices and herbs.

      Reply
    41. Peggy says

      December 28, 2017 at 8:30 am

      Being dairy and gluten free which flour would you substitute, rice, brown or coconut floor. I don't think almond flour would work. Thoughts

      Reply
      • Chelsea says

        January 16, 2018 at 12:18 pm

        I am not familiar with those types of flours, Peggy. Sorry!

        Reply
      • Samantha says

        January 19, 2018 at 12:42 am

        Peggy I would try using an all purpose gluten free flour, usually that is what I do in my creamy soups.

        Reply
    42. Laura says

      January 05, 2018 at 6:34 am

      Can you use skim milk? I'm trying to cut back on the calorie intake.

      Reply
      • Chelsea says

        January 16, 2018 at 12:16 pm

        Sure, Laura!

        Reply
    43. Carol says

      January 09, 2018 at 6:56 pm

      Hi! Can you share the recipe for making chicken stock in your slow cooker? Thanks!

      Reply
      • Chelsea says

        January 16, 2018 at 12:11 pm

        I haven't posted the recipe for it, yet, but here is what I do roughly. I place two chicken carcasses into the slow cooker, add carrots, add onions, add a few fresh herbs I have on hand (rosemary and thyme), and I usually add a splash or two of apple cider vinegar. Cook on low for 8 hours and then strain.

        Reply
    44. Amy says

      January 16, 2018 at 1:47 pm

      Omg. I just made this soup. It is by far the best recipe I’ve ever made from Pinterest. My whole family gives it 2 thumbs up. It has the best flavor. I made as per the recipe except I doubled it.

      Reply
      • Chelsea says

        January 22, 2018 at 1:39 pm

        So glad you and your family enjoyed it, Amy! <3

        Reply
    45. Penny Waters says

      January 18, 2018 at 9:33 am

      Can this recipe be made in an Instant Pot? I'm excited to try this recipe. I love Panera soups! Thanks so much for sharing this recipe!!!

      Reply
      • Chelsea says

        January 22, 2018 at 1:38 pm

        I haven't tried it in the Instant Pot yet because I am still getting used to mine. When I do, I will update the recipe. 🙂

        Reply
    46. Brook medley says

      January 22, 2018 at 1:02 pm

      Great recipe! LOVED IT! My kids did too. Do you happen to know the nutrition facts, calories?
      Thank you!

      Reply
      • Chelsea says

        January 22, 2018 at 1:34 pm

        So glad you and your family enjoyed it, Brook! 🙂

        Reply
      • Martha says

        February 04, 2018 at 3:37 pm

        Brook, you could run the ingredients in MyFitnessPal to know exact nutrition for yours, but the version I made a few weeks ago was 340 calories, 7g fat, 32g carbs, and 35g protein for each of 6 servings.

        Reply
    47. Pam says

      February 18, 2018 at 10:05 am

      So good., I ate it 4 times.

      Reply
    48. Michele says

      March 18, 2018 at 5:30 pm

      This soup is fantastic and my family loves it. I used knorr mushroom rice and it works good.

      Reply
      • Chelsea says

        March 19, 2018 at 8:23 am

        So glad you and your family enjoyed it, Michele!

        Reply
    49. Lori says

      March 21, 2018 at 8:48 am

      This was so easy to make and just one of the most delicious recipes I've ever had . I used part milk and part cream and it was just perfect! Thank you for the post .

      Reply
    50. Lori says

      April 04, 2018 at 6:48 pm

      Your recipe is Outstanding! Our family has to eat gluten free so I used Near East long grain rice and Bobs Red Mill all purpose flour. Simply Delicious Soup! Thank You Chelsea for sharing. This is a soup I will continue to make.

      Lori

      Reply
    51. Chris says

      April 15, 2018 at 1:00 pm

      Just made today, so very good! I did use canned chunk chicken, just because I had some on hand. Will definitely made again.

      Reply
    52. Teresa says

      April 19, 2018 at 5:01 pm

      This is the BEST soup ever!! My husband and I crave it. A hint to make this recipe even quicker to prepare is to use 2 large cans od Swanson canned chicken breasts.

      Reply
    53. Rachael says

      September 30, 2018 at 9:45 am

      I made this soup exactly like the recipe and also do coconut milk due to dairy issues and both come out amazing. I have made this for folks after surgery and they rave about it, even froze some and said it was still just as good. Highly recommend !

      Reply
    54. Teale says

      September 30, 2018 at 8:51 pm

      Super soup! Wow!
      I used a can of coconut milk instead of dairy milk. I didn't use celery.
      I followed your directions on putting Everything in the crockpot (waited till last 30.min to add boxed wild rice, flour and milk mixture).
      Perfect!!! Thanks again. How bout this with Turkey the day after Thanksgiving?!

      Reply
    55. Zena says

      October 18, 2018 at 8:18 pm

      Chelsea, thank you for this recipe! I just want you to know that I have been coming to your website and making this soup for years, and its such an amazing and easy recipe 🙂

      Reply
    56. Mariah says

      November 11, 2018 at 3:06 pm

      Made this soup but I added cauliflower and roasted it with the carrots, garlic and olive oil. I added an extra can of chicken broth. It was fantastic! Thanks for the recipe.

      Reply
    57. Melissa says

      December 19, 2018 at 12:53 pm

      Made this using rotisserie chicken and a yellow rice packet (my store ran out of wild rice). I added a little half and half to give extra creaminess and liquid (my rice packet was larger than 4oz). This soup was AMAZIJG. I was very easy to make and had a great flavor. Will make this soup again!

      Reply
    58. Lindsay says

      January 09, 2019 at 8:07 pm

      This soup is 1000 times better than Panera’s — thank you so much for sharing!

      Reply
    59. Hannah says

      February 06, 2019 at 7:52 pm

      Love this soup. We had this for dinner tonight, and everyone accept my very picky four year old loved it. 5 out of six people liking the same dinner, is always a good night. I couldn't get the rice a roni version of the rice, so I grabbed the Uncle Ben version. it worked out beautifully. It does have 6oz of rice, so it's a bit more than the recipe called for, but it didn't have any negative effect. Thanks for the awesome recipe.

      Reply
    60. Maddie says

      February 21, 2019 at 6:08 pm

      I pinned this recipe and picked up ingredients for a different one, so I didn't grab the rica-a-roni and found that just using a wild rice blend and a chicken bouillon cube works great too!

      Reply
    61. Mama Maggie's Kitchen says

      March 14, 2019 at 3:57 pm

      This dish looks so deliciously good. I wish I could eat that right this minute!

      Reply
    62. Donna says

      March 14, 2019 at 6:00 pm

      THis soup isn definitely a keeper. My store didn’t have wild rice RiceARoni so I used chicken and added some raw wild rice. I doubled the recipe but added triple vegetables and a handful of bacon bits. I used cornstarch as thickener (so it would be gluten free) . I must say it was delicious. Thanks for sharing this recipe. I’d never tried Panera soups before.

      Reply
      • Chelsea says

        April 06, 2019 at 9:51 am

        So glad you enjoyed it, Donna!

        Reply
    63. Heather says

      March 25, 2019 at 3:09 pm

      This soup is fantastic! My family and friends have fallen in love with this soup. I get monthly requests from my co-workers to bring it to work. I also add baby bella mushrooms and the last time I made it, I used Near East garlic and herb long grain & wild rice - Delish! Thank you for sharing this scrumptious recipe. It is now a staple in our home.

      Reply
      • Chelsea says

        April 06, 2019 at 9:49 am

        Yay, so glad you and your friends and family enjoy it, Heather! I will have to try it with mushrooms next time, that sounds delish!

        Reply
    64. Leslie Miller says

      June 05, 2019 at 10:31 am

      I made this soup with a rotisserie chicken, frozen mixed vegetables and picked out the peas, and near east wild rice and rice mix. All of the other ingredients I had. It was fantastic. My husband was shocked that it was so good. We had been planning on having salmon on the grill, but time got away from us and it was a little nippy out. The prep was fast and fairly easy. I would make this again and even have it for company.

      Reply
    65. Rebecca says

      October 20, 2019 at 3:24 pm

      I have made this soup several times! Easy and it’s a family favorite!! Requested at every family function!

      Reply
    66. Christine @ myblissfulmess says

      January 01, 2020 at 10:37 am

      One word, AMAZING! Chelsea, you created the perfect soup! This soup is so delicious! I think it’s better than Panera’s, quite honestly. I did have a couple of lunch sized servings leftover for the next day, so if you’re wondering what I was wondering, “doesn’t that rice soak up all the broth? Would leftovers be any good?” I’m here to tell you, YES! On both counts. As the soup stands, the rice will soak up the broth. However, I had an extra box of chicken stock on hand. I just add a little extra chicken stock to my leftovers, stir, and reheat. It tastes just as wonderful as the day I made it. I always keep chicken and beef broth/stock on hand. If you don’t and you anticipate leftovers, you may want to make sure you have an extra. I served it with rolls for a delicious warm-you-up meal.

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    67. Kris says

      January 05, 2020 at 8:53 pm

      Loved this. For my son who likes everything spicy I took half in a separate pot and added smoked paprika and cayenne the last 15 minutes. Everyone loved.

      Reply
    68. Lily says

      April 26, 2020 at 12:36 pm

      Hi, I eat the Panera version twice a week and am super disappointed that now due to the Coronavirus decrease in sales, they have temporarily removed it from their menu. 🙁 Looking for a recipe to try replicating it as best I can. Will try your recipe!

      Reply
      • Chelsea says

        April 28, 2020 at 8:34 am

        Enjoy, Lily!

        Reply
    69. Janelle says

      September 29, 2020 at 7:48 pm

      Love, love, love this recipe. I've made it several times and it's good the way it is, but I've tweaked some things: used half 2% milk and half heavy cream, added 1/4 cup more wild rice and 1/4 cup more long grain white rice, and doubled the carrots and celery (try to get those veggies in any way I can). Served with a salad and warm baguette.

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    70. Kim says

      December 17, 2020 at 7:05 pm

      5 stars
      The whole family LOVED this recipe! I wanted a little more rice so I used some microwaveable Uncle Ben’s long grain and wild rice. I microwaved it and added about the half the bag. It was perfect! I think I will try with some mushrooms next time like someone suggested.

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    71. Linda says

      February 14, 2021 at 4:52 pm

      5 stars
      I’ve been making this delicious soup for a couple of years now, but it was ESPECIALLY tasty this last time. What was different? I accidentally used a box of CHICKEN Rice a Roni. My husband and friend even commented on how extra good it tasted! Guess I’ll keep making that mistake.

      Reply
    72. Crisanne Werner says

      April 30, 2021 at 5:41 pm

      5 stars
      Hands down better than Panera’s- way more flavor and less greasy. Loved every bite!

      Reply
    73. Sally says

      October 01, 2021 at 2:23 pm

      5 stars
      I love this recipe. Perfect as is. Don't you love it, though, when cooks discover that they can substitute ingredients they have on hand or that they prefer and still come out with a fantastic dish? That, to me, is what cooking is all about. Get the general idea and make it your own. Personally, though, there are some recipes that I just follow and don't alter much. Like this one. ❤

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    74. David says

      November 19, 2021 at 6:54 pm

      5 stars
      Outstanding. Only thing I would do next time is cut down on the flour. It was too thick. But the flavor was outstanding.

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    75. Ruth says

      December 22, 2021 at 7:56 pm

      5 stars
      This soup is so good! I am a soup lover and am glad I found your recipe. After the first pot, I shared a link to the recipe with several friends who also love the Panera version of this soup. Thanks!😋

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    76. Sharla says

      September 13, 2022 at 8:23 pm

      This was amazing. My daughter made it for dinner tonight and everyone loved it. She didn’t have dried oregano so she used dried Italian seasoning. We are from Louisiana so we had to season the chicken with just a little Cajun seasoning. Gave it a little kick. Otherwise we followed the recipe as written. This one is a keeper!! Thank you for posting.

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    77. Morgan H says

      November 17, 2022 at 7:13 pm

      5 stars
      This was delicious! Turned out perfectly. I will make it again for sure.

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    78. Debra says

      November 21, 2022 at 3:16 pm

      I added 8oz of sliced mushrooms & 2 cups of chopped fresh spinach. Yummy!!

      Reply
    79. Carla says

      January 26, 2023 at 5:29 pm

      5 stars
      Great recipe! Really easy and tastes a lot like the Panera soup.

      Reply
    80. Charity Nothnagle says

      March 11, 2023 at 4:45 pm

      5 stars
      Delish! Will definitely make again!

      Reply
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