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Chicken Wild Rice Casserole

Delicious Chicken Wild Rice Casserole for Cozy Nights

This comforting Chicken Wild Rice Casserole combines tender chicken, wild rice, and vibrant vegetables in a rich sauce, making it perfect for cozy family gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs or rotisserie chicken
  • 8 ounces Baby Bella mushrooms or shiitake/portabella
  • 1 fresh diced onion or onion powder as substitute
  • 2 cloves minced garlic or garlic powder if fresh isn't available
  • 2 stalks chopped celery or bell peppers/green beans
  • 2 diced carrots or zucchini for variety
  • 1 cup wild rice
  • 3 tablespoons flour
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 2 cups chicken broth low-sodium preferred
  • 1 cup milk full-fat or whole milk
  • 1 cup freshly grated sharp cheddar cheese or Gruyère as alternative
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese use real cheese over powdered
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs Japanese-style preferred
For Topping
  • 1 cup additional grated cheese for topping
  • 1/4 cup chopped parsley optional for garnish

Equipment

  • Dutch Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Pat the chicken dry and season with salt, pepper, and paprika. Set aside.
  2. In a Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat and sear chicken for about 5-7 minutes. Transfer to a bowl.
  3. Add diced onion, chopped celery, and carrots to the pot. Sauté for 5 minutes, then add minced garlic and sauté for another minute.
  4. Add Baby Bella mushrooms to the pot and cook without stirring for about 4-5 minutes until caramelized.
  5. In the same pot, melt butter with a touch of oil. Sprinkle in flour and cook for about 2 minutes. Gradually whisk in chicken broth and milk, thicken for around 5 minutes, then stir in cheeses.
  6. Combine chicken, sautéed vegetables, and cooked wild rice into the creamy sauce and mix well.
  7. Transfer to a greased baking dish, top with remaining cheese and panko. Cover with foil and bake at 350°F for 30-35 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Allow the baked casserole to sit for 30 minutes before serving for the best texture. Customize ingredients according to taste while maintaining flavor balance.

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