CHEESY CHICKEN AND WILD RICE CASSEROLE

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Categories     Cheese     Chicken     Bake     Kid-Friendly     Dinner     Casserole/Gratin

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 19

3 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 medium onion, finely diced
3 stalks celery, finely diced
3 carrots, peeled and diced
2 Tablespoons fresh minced garlic
2 Cups shredded, cooked chicken breast
2 Cups steamed white rice
16 oz prepared wild rice (I get mine at Trader Joes, LOVE it)
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
Cheese Sauce
4 Tablespoons butter
1/4 Cup all purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 Cups chicken broth
2 Cups shredded cheddar cheese
Top with 1 1/2 Cups shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Heat oil into a medium dutch oven or pot over medium heat. Saute onion, celery and carrots until softened, about 10 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute. Stir in chicken, both rices, salt, pepper and garlic salt. Reduce heat to low. 2. To prepare cheese sauce melt butter into a medium saucepan over medium high heat. Whisk in flour, salt and pepper then slowly pour in chicken broth whisking continuously. Whisk until thick and nearly boiling then stir in cheese until melted. Pour cheese sauce into rice mixture then transfer to a 9×13 inch baking dish. Top with additional cheddar cheese and bake for 25-30 minutes or until cheese is melted through. Serve.

Sallina Linda
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I'm not a big fan of wild rice, but I really enjoyed this casserole. The flavors were well-balanced and the chicken was cooked perfectly.


Amazonia Fire
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I would definitely make this casserole again. It was a hit with my family and friends.


Saron Yemane
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This casserole was a great way to use up leftover chicken. It was easy to make and very tasty.


Chand Jani
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I made this casserole for my family and they loved it! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the cheese sauce was creamy and flavorful.


Haroonkhan ahmed
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The casserole was a little too dry for my liking. I would add more liquid next time.


Natalie Gwizo
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The casserole was easy to make, but it didn't have a lot of flavor. I would try a different recipe next time.


Mahnoor fatima Mahnoor fatima
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This casserole was a bit bland for my taste. I would add more seasoning next time.


Sabitra Khatri
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I followed the recipe exactly and the casserole turned out perfect. It was cheesy, flavorful, and the wild rice added a nice texture.


LITON DEBNATH
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This was a delicious and easy-to-make casserole. I will definitely be making it again.


Crazy Boi
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I've made this casserole several times and it's always a hit. It's a great weeknight meal that the whole family will enjoy.


Margarita Nuñez
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The recipe was easy to follow and the casserole turned out great. I would recommend it to anyone.


Josh Trosh
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I made this casserole for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it.


Athar Hashmi
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Easy to make and delicious! I will definitely be making this again.


Elisha Bouey
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This casserole was a hit with my family! The wild rice added a nutty flavor that complemented the chicken and cheese perfectly.