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The Ultimate Chicken Wild Rice

The Ultimate Chicken Wild Rice Casserole for Cozy Nights

The Ultimate Chicken Wild Rice delivers a comforting casserole experience with tender chicken, hearty wild rice, and creamy sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 lb Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast or Thighs Use for tender bites
  • 1 cup Wild Rice Base ingredient, can substitute with white or brown rice
  • 2 Tbsp Butter Richness to the sauce, can substitute with olive oil
  • 1 cup Onion Savory flavor, can replace with shallots
  • 3 cloves Garlic Fresh is best; garlic powder can work
  • 2 medium Carrots Sweetness and color, can swap for peas
  • 2 stalks Celery Adds crunch, can use bell peppers
  • 1 cup Mushrooms Earthy flavor, can replace with zucchini or spinach
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs Crunchy topping, regular breadcrumbs can be used
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese Flavor enhancer, can swap in cheddar
  • 1 tsp Thyme Fragrant herb, Italian seasoning can be used
  • to taste Salt Essential seasoning
  • to taste Pepper Essential seasoning
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs Use for crunch, can mix with cheese
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Savory kick, can mix with cheddar

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Baking dish
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cook the wild rice according to package instructions, about 45 minutes, until chewy.
  3. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, carrots, celery, and mushrooms. Sauté for 5-7 minutes.
  4. In a large bowl, combine cooked chicken, wild rice, sautéed veggies, and creamy sauce. Mix well.
  5. Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish. Pour in the mixture and spread evenly.
  6. In a separate bowl, mix panko, melted butter, and Parmesan. Sprinkle over the casserole.
  7. Bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
  8. Let the casserole rest for about 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Customize with different cheese and vegetables for varied flavors. Perfect for make-ahead meals.

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