Save A comforting casserole featuring tender chicken, nutty wild rice, and a creamy sauce, baked to golden perfection. Perfect for a cozy family dinner.
Ingredients
- Poultry: 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.2 lbs/550 g), cut into bite-size pieces
- Rice: 1 cup (180 g) uncooked wild rice blend
- Vegetables: 1 medium onion, finely chopped, 2 celery stalks, diced, 2 medium carrots, sliced, 2 cloves garlic, minced, 1 cup (150 g) mushrooms, sliced, 1 cup (150 g) frozen peas
- Dairy & Broth: 1 1/2 cups (360 ml) low-sodium chicken broth, 1 cup (240 ml) milk, 1/2 cup (120 ml) heavy cream or sour cream, 1 cup (100 g) shredded Swiss or Gruyère cheese
- Pantry & Spices: 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp dried thyme, 1/2 tsp dried rosemary, 1/2 tsp black pepper, 1/2 tsp salt (or to taste)
- Topping: 1/2 cup (35 g) breadcrumbs or gluten-free crumbs, 2 tbsp melted butter
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch (23x33 cm) baking dish.
- Step 2:
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté onion, celery, carrots, and mushrooms for 5–6 minutes until softened. Add garlic cook 1 minute more.
- Step 3:
- Add chicken pieces to the skillet. Cook, stirring, until lightly browned but not cooked through, about 3–4 minutes.
- Step 4:
- Stir in wild rice, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Remove from heat.
- Step 5:
- In a large bowl, combine chicken broth, milk, and heavy cream or sour cream. Whisk to blend.
- Step 6:
- Add the sautéed chicken and vegetables mixture and frozen peas to the bowl. Stir well.
- Step 7:
- Pour everything into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle shredded cheese evenly over the top.
- Step 8:
- In a small bowl, mix breadcrumbs with melted butter. Sprinkle over cheese layer.
- Step 9:
- Cover the dish tightly with foil and bake for 50 minutes.
- Step 10:
- Remove foil and bake an additional 20 minutes, or until the top is golden and the rice is tender.
- Step 11:
- Let stand 10 minutes before serving.
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Save Recipe FAQ
- → Can I use rotisserie chicken instead of raw chicken?
Yes, substituting rotisserie chicken reduces baking time by about 15 minutes and adds a smoky flavor to the dish.
- → How do I ensure the wild rice cooks properly?
Sauté the wild rice with herbs before baking and cover the dish tightly with foil. Baking times are designed to allow the rice to become tender.
- → Can I make this dish gluten-free?
Use certified gluten-free broth and breadcrumbs to keep the casserole gluten-free without compromising texture or flavor.
- → What cheese works best for topping?
Swiss or Gruyère cheese melts well and adds a rich, nutty layer on top of the casserole.
- → Are there recommended additions for more flavor?
Adding sliced almonds to the topping or a dash of smoked paprika can enhance the dish’s depth and texture.