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Chicken Wild Rice Casserole

Chicken Wild Rice Casserole Recipe
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Experience the ultimate comfort food with this Chicken Wild Rice Casserole Recipe. This hearty dish combines tender chicken, wholesome wild rice, and a medley of fresh vegetables in a creamy sauce, resulting in a delightful meal that warms you from the inside out. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, it offers a nostalgic taste of home cooking, making it an instant favorite at your dinner table. With its easy preparation and make-ahead convenience, this casserole is not just delicious; it’s also versatile. Feel free to customize it with your choice of vegetables and proteins to make it uniquely yours. Enjoy every comforting bite!

Ingredients

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  • 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
  • Optional: 3-4 cups cubed bread

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. In a large baking dish, combine the onion, carrots, celery, wild rice, and chicken broth. Cover tightly with foil and bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes.
  2. While baking, melt 4 tablespoons of butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in flour, salt, and poultry seasoning; cook for about 1 minute. Gradually whisk in milk until smooth.
  3. Remove the baking dish from the oven; add raw chicken pieces and creamy sauce to the rice mixture. Stir gently to coat.
  4. If using topping, melt remaining butter and toss with cubed bread before adding on top.
  5. Increase oven temperature to 450°F and bake uncovered for an additional 20-30 minutes until chicken is cooked through and topping is golden brown.
  6. Let cool slightly before serving.

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