Best 5 Wild Rice Hot Dish Crock Pot Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey with our delectable Wild Rice Hot Dish prepared in the comforting embrace of a slow cooker. This Midwestern classic, also known as "hotdish" or "casserole," is a harmonious blend of textures and flavors that will warm your soul on chilly evenings. With the convenience of a crock pot, you can effortlessly create this hearty and flavorful dish, perfect for potlucks, family gatherings, or cozy dinners at home.

Our collection of recipes caters to diverse dietary preferences, including gluten-free, vegetarian, and traditional meat-based options. Each recipe provides step-by-step instructions, ensuring culinary success for home cooks of all skill levels. Discover the delightful simplicity of the classic Wild Rice Hot Dish, featuring ground beef, wild rice, cream of mushroom soup, and vegetables. For a vegetarian twist, explore our meatless version that swaps ground beef for a medley of nutritious vegetables, offering a protein-packed and flavorful alternative. If you're seeking a gluten-free option, we've got you covered with a recipe that uses gluten-free ingredients without compromising on taste.

Prepare to be tantalized by the aroma and flavors of these comforting and versatile dishes. Whether you're a seasoned cook looking to expand your culinary repertoire or a beginner seeking a foolproof recipe, our Wild Rice Hot Dish recipes will guide you to create a satisfying and memorable meal. So, gather your ingredients, choose your preferred recipe, and let the crock pot do the work while you relax and savor the anticipation of a delicious and heartwarming dish.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

SLOW-COOKED WILD RICE



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This recipe has become such a family heirloom that I asked my mother's permission before passing it along. It has traveled to weddings, baptisms, landmark birthdays and wedding anniversaries-and it always makes people happy. -Janet Mahowald, Rice Lake, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 4h15m

Yield 8 cups

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound bulk pork sausage
4 celery ribs, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1 cup uncooked wild rice
1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained
3 cups chicken broth

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook and crumble sausage with celery and onion over medium heat until sausage is no longer pink and vegetables are tender, 6-8 minutes; drain. Transfer to a 3-qt. slow cooker. Add soups, rice and mushrooms. Stir in broth., Cook, covered, on low until rice is tender, 4-5 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 236 calories, Fat 14g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 30mg cholesterol, Sodium 1059mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

WILD RICE HOT DISH



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A lot of wild rice is grown in our state, and every fall I drive up north to buy some from roadside stands. It always tastes so much better than the commercial brands in the store. This recipe is actually a combination of two recipes I received from friends. I've had many requests for it.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h45m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 cups boiling water
1 cup wild rice
1-1/2 pounds ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
2 cans (4 ounces each) sliced mushrooms, undrained
1 can (28 ounces) bean sprouts, drained
1 can (10-1/2 ounces) condensed beef broth
1-1/3 cups water
1/4 cup soy sauce
1 bay leaf, crushed
1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes
1/4 teaspoon each celery salt, onion salt, poultry seasoning, garlic powder, paprika and pepper
1/8 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 cup sliced almonds

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, pour water over rice; let stand for 15 minutes. Drain and set aside. In a skillet, brown ground beef and onion. Drain; add to rice with remaining ingredients except almonds. Transfer to a 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Cover and bake at 350° for 2 hours. Sprinkle almonds on top; bake, uncovered, 30 minutes longer.

Nutrition Facts :

HAMBURGER WILD RICE CASSEROLE



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Comforting casserole made in the crock pot and stuffed with hamburger and wild rice!

Provided by Julie Evink

Categories     Main Course

Time 4h30m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 lb ground beef
1 small onion (diced)
1 1/2 c. celery (chopped)
3 Tbsp butter
6 oz box Uncle Ben's Long Grain Wild Rice Original Recipe
2 Tbsp soy sauce
10.5 oz can cream of mushroom soup
1 c. water
10.5 oz can chicken with rice soup
8 oz can pieces and stems mushroom

Steps:

  • Brown hamburger, onion, celery and butter. Drain off fat.
  • Add the rest of the ingredients to the hamburger mixture.
  • Cook for 4 hours on low in the crock pot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 484 kcal, Carbohydrate 33 g, Protein 30 g, Fat 26 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Cholesterol 97 mg, Sodium 1217 mg, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 4 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CROCK-POT CHICKEN AND WILD RICE



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My family loves this tasty dish--it's comfort food at its comfiest! It's very easy to prepare but tastes like you worked all day on it.

Provided by KaylyRed66

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 5h5m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 (10 1/2 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
1 (10 1/2 ounce) can cream of celery soup
1 (10 1/2 ounce) can cream of chicken soup
1 (6 ounce) box long grain and wild rice blend (I use Uncle Ben's)
2 cups sliced mushrooms

Steps:

  • Spray bottom and sides of 5-6 quart slow cooker with non-stick cooking spray.
  • Layer (in this order) chicken breasts, rice mix, soups and mushrooms.
  • Cook on low for 5 hours or until chicken is tender.

SLOW-COOKER WILD RICE WITH CRANBERRIES



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Create a new side with this festive rice dish. The slow cooker makes it easy.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 5h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 cups uncooked wild rice
1 tablespoon butter or margarine, melted
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 medium green onions, sliced (1/4 cup)
2 cans (14 ounces each) vegetable broth
1 can (4 ounces) sliced mushrooms, undrained
1/2 cup slivered almonds
1/3 cup dried cranberries

Steps:

  • In 2- to 3 1/2-quart slow cooker, mix all ingredients except almonds and cranberries.
  • Cover and cook on low heat setting 4 to 5 hours or until wild rice is tender.
  • In ungreased heavy skillet, cook almonds over medium-low heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently until browning begins, then stirring constantly until golden brown and fragrant; set aside. Stir almonds and cranberries into rice mixture. Cover and cook on low heat setting 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260, Carbohydrate 45 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 5 g, Protein 9 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 900 mg

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use a combination of wild rice and long grain rice.
  • Soaking the wild rice overnight helps to reduce the cooking time.
  • Be sure to rinse the wild rice well before cooking.
  • If you don't have a crock pot, you can make this recipe in a Dutch oven over low heat.
  • Serve with your favorite toppings, such as cheese, salsa, sour cream, or guacamole.

Conclusion:

This crock pot wild rice hot dish is an easy and delicious one-pot meal that is perfect for a busy weeknight. It is also a great way to use up leftover rice. The combination of wild rice and long grain rice gives this dish a unique flavor and texture that is sure to please everyone at the table.

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