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Creamy Chicken Wild Rice Casserole

Indulgent Creamy Chicken Wild Rice Casserole for Cozy Nights

This Creamy Chicken Wild Rice Casserole is a comforting dish perfect for cozy nights with family and friends.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 2 pieces Chicken Breasts Pat dry for optimal browning.
  • 1 cup Wild Rice Blend Choose a blend with even cooking properties.
  • 8 ounces Mushrooms Use fresh for best flavor.
  • 1 piece Onion Finely chopped.
  • 2 stalks Celery Diced.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 5 tablespoons Butter Used in stages.
  • 3 tablespoons Flour For creating a roux.
  • 2 cups Whole Milk Adjust quantity for desired creaminess.
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth Can substitute with vegetable broth.
  • 1/2 cup Dry White Wine For flavor depth.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Thyme
For Baking
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese For topping.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Herbs (optional) Such as parsley or thyme for garnish.

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • saucepan
  • Oven

Method
 

Step by Step Instructions
  1. Sear Chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry and season. In a skillet, melt butter and sear the chicken for 6-8 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
  2. Sauté Aromatics: In the same skillet, add more butter and sauté onion and celery until softened. Add garlic and cook until fragrant.
  3. Cook Mushrooms: Add mushrooms and cook until caramelized and tender.
  4. Combine Ingredients: Mix onions, celery, and mushrooms; add wild rice and toast lightly.
  5. Simmer Rice: Pour in broth and wine, bring to a boil, then simmer covered for 15-20 minutes.
  6. Make Sauce: In a separate pan, melt butter, whisk in flour for roux, then add milk and thicken.
  7. Combine and Bake: Pour sauce over rice, place chicken on top, bake at 400°F for 20-25 minutes.
  8. Rest and Serve: Let rest for 10 minutes, garnish with herbs, and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This casserole is versatile; feel free to swap vegetables or proteins as desired.

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