Description
This comforting Chicken Wild Rice Casserole is the ultimate family meal that combines tender chicken, earthy wild rice, and a creamy mushroom base. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish is easy to prepare and delivers a deliciously satisfying experience that everyone will love. With its gooey cheese topping and wholesome ingredients, it’s not just a casserole; it’s a heartwarming gathering around the dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1 cup wild rice blend
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup diced fresh vegetables (carrots and celery)
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Cook wild rice according to package instructions until tender (approximately 45 minutes).
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté diced onions, carrots, and celery until softened (about 5-7 minutes).
- In a large bowl, combine cooked wild rice, sautéed vegetables, shredded chicken, cream of mushroom soup, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, and chicken broth until well mixed.
- Gently fold in half of the shredded cheddar cheese.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish, top with remaining cheese, and bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg