Indulge in a warm, comforting bowl of chicken, wild rice and butternut squash soup, effortlessly prepared in a slow cooker. Packed with nutrition and delightful flavors, this aromatic soup epitomizes an easy-to-make delight for those chilly days.
In the slow cooker, combine the chopped onion, cubed butternut squash, uncooked wild rice, low-sodium chicken broth, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, ground cumin, paprika, ground cinnamon, and bay leaf. Stir well to mix the ingredients.
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Place the boneless, skinless chicken breasts into the mixture, ensuring they are submerged.
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Cover and cook on low for about 7-8 hours, until the chicken and vegetables are tender, and the rice is cooked through.
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Carefully remove the chicken breasts from the slow cooker and place them on a cutting board. Shred the chicken using two forks, then return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker.
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Add the chopped swiss chard to the slow cooker and stir to combine. Cover and let it sit for 10 minutes, allowing the chard to wilt and soften.
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Remove the bay leaf, taste the soup, and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed. Serve hot.