Chicken Wild Rice Casserole
If you’re craving a comforting dish that brings warmth to your kitchen, this Chicken Wild Rice Casserole Recipe is the perfect choice. Bursting with tender chicken, wholesome wild rice, and a creamy sauce, this casserole is an ideal meal for family gatherings or cozy weeknights. Its rich flavors and delightful aroma make it a favorite among both kids and adults. Plus, it’s packed with nutritious ingredients that keep you satisfied without compromising on taste. Easy to prepare and versatile enough to accommodate various dietary preferences, this dish guarantees comfort in every bite.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour and 45 minutes
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 onion, chopped
- 5 carrots, chopped
- 5 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 cup wild rice
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 lb chicken breasts, cut into small pieces
- 10 tbsp butter (divided)
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp poultry seasoning
- 4 tbsp flour
- 2 cups milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. Combine onion, carrots, celery, wild rice, and chicken broth in a baking dish. Cover tightly with foil and bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, melt 4 tablespoons of butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour, salt, and poultry seasoning to create a roux. Gradually add milk until smooth.
- Once the rice mixture is cooked, mix in raw chicken pieces and the creamy sauce thoroughly.
- For optional crispy topping: Melt the remaining butter with cubed bread; mix well.
- Increase oven temperature to 450°F; bake uncovered for an additional 20-30 minutes until chicken is fully cooked and topping is golden brown.
- Serve warm with garnishes like fresh parsley or green onions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg