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Chicken Wild Rice Casserole

Cozy Up with Chicken Wild Rice Casserole for Comfort Food Bliss

Chicken Wild Rice Casserole is a cozy comfort food experience that's satisfying and simple to prepare.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 medium Onion Base flavor for the casserole
  • 2 medium Carrots Adds sweetness and texture
  • 2 stalks Celery Provides crunch and a subtle flavor
  • 1 cup Wild Rice Star ingredient for nutty texture
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth Used to cook the wild rice
  • 2 cups Chicken Breasts Cut into small pieces
For the Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons Butter Adds richness to the creamy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Essential for seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Poultry Seasoning Enhances flavors in the casserole
  • 1/4 cup Flour Used to thicken the creamy sauce
  • 2 cups Milk Forms the creamy base of the sauce
For the Topping
  • 2 cups Cubed Bread Optional for a crispy topping

Equipment

  • large baking dish
  • Medium Saucepan
  • small bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Gather your large baking dish and prepare all the ingredients.
  2. In your large baking dish, combine chopped onion, carrots, celery, wild rice, and chicken broth. Stir well. Cover with foil and bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes.
  3. Melt 4 tablespoons of butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add flour, salt, and poultry seasoning, cooking until golden and fragrant. Gradually whisk in milk until thickened.
  4. Melt the remaining 6 tablespoons of butter in a small bowl. Toss cubed bread in melted butter and set aside.
  5. After the rice mixture is done baking, remove foil. Stir in raw chicken pieces and creamy sauce. Mix until well combined and sprinkle with buttered bread cubes.
  6. Increase oven temperature to 450°F (232°C) and bake uncovered for 20-30 minutes until chicken is fully cooked and topping is golden brown.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

You can prepare this casserole in advance and freeze portions for later use. Adjust vegetables for flavor as desired.

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