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Chicken Wild Rice Casserole

This creamy and comforting chicken wild rice casserole is filled with tender chicken, savory wild rice, and a cheesy sauce, making it perfect for family dinners or meal prep.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 minute
Course Main Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 6 people
Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cooked wild rice
  • 2 cups cooked chicken (shredded or diced)
  • 1 small onion (diced)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 cup mushrooms (sliced)
  • 1 cup carrots (diced)
  • 1 cup celery (diced)
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ½ tsp dried thyme
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup (or homemade)
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup (or homemade)
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup milk (or heavy cream for extra richness)
  • 1 ½ cups shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or Swiss)
  • ½ cup panko breadcrumbs (or crushed crackers)
  • 2 tbsp butter (melted)
  • ¼ cup Parmesan cheese

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • If not already cooked, prepare the wild rice according to the package instructions. Wild rice takes about 45 minutes to cook.
  • In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, carrots, celery, and mushrooms. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened. Season with salt, pepper, and thyme.
  • In a bowl, whisk together the cream of mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup, chicken broth, and milk. Stir in shredded cheese until well combined.
  • In a greased baking dish, combine the cooked wild rice, shredded chicken, sautéed vegetables, and creamy sauce. Stir until well-mixed.
  • In a small bowl, mix panko breadcrumbs, melted butter, and Parmesan cheese. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the casserole.
  • Bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes, or until golden and bubbly. Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1peopleCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5g
Keyword Casserole, Chicken Wild Rice Casserole, Comfort Food, Meal Prep
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