Creamy Wild Rice & Chicken Bake
This Creamy Wild Rice & Chicken Bake is the perfect make-ahead meal for busy weeknights or cozy family gatherings. Packed with flavors and textures, this comforting casserole combines tender chicken, savory wild rice, and crunchy water chestnuts, all smothered in a creamy sauce. Ideal for freezing, you can prep double the batch and enjoy a quick dinner later with minimal effort. Serve it warm alongside a refreshing tossed salad and freshly baked rolls for a complete meal that everyone will love.
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Servings
275
Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
Wild Rice Mix
1 (6 ounce package)
Condensed Cream of Chicken Soup
1 (10 3/4 ounce can)
Cooked Chicken
4 (cups, cubed)
Celery
1 (cup, chopped)
Onion
1/4 (cup, chopped)
Water Chestnuts
1 (5 ounce can, sliced)
Soy Sauce
3 (tablespoons)
Chicken Broth
1 (cup)
Seasoned Stuffing Mix
1 1/2 (cups)
Butter or Margarine
1/2 (cup, melted)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
Cook the wild rice mix according to the package directions, then set aside.
3
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked wild rice, condensed cream of chicken soup, cubed cooked chicken, chopped celery, chopped onion, sliced water chestnuts, soy sauce, and chicken broth. Stir gently until well mixed.
4
Spread the mixture evenly in a greased 9x13x2-inch baking dish.
5
In a separate bowl, combine the seasoned stuffing mix and melted butter (or margarine) until the stuffing mix is well-coated.
6
Sprinkle the stuffing mixture evenly over the top of the casserole.
7
Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour, or until heated through and bubbly on the edges.
8
Remove from oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Nutrition Information
11g
Fat
32.5g
Carbs
16g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Creamy Wild Rice & Chicken Bake?
It is a comforting casserole that combines tender chicken, savory wild rice, and crunchy water chestnuts in a creamy sauce, topped with seasoned stuffing.
What are the main ingredients in this recipe?
The main ingredients are wild rice mix, condensed cream of chicken soup, cooked chicken, celery, onion, water chestnuts, soy sauce, chicken broth, and seasoned stuffing mix.
How many calories are in one serving?
There are approximately 275 calories per serving.
Is this recipe freezer-friendly?
Yes, this casserole is ideal for freezing, making it perfect for prep-ahead meals.
At what temperature should I bake the chicken casserole?
The oven should be preheated to 350°F (175°C).
How long does it take to bake?
The dish takes about 1 hour to bake until it is heated through and bubbly on the edges.
Do I need to cook the rice before mixing it with other ingredients?
Yes, you should cook the wild rice mix according to the package directions before adding it to the casserole mixture.
What size baking dish is required?
You will need a greased 9x13x2-inch baking dish.
How much chicken is needed for this recipe?
The recipe calls for 4 cups of cubed cooked chicken.
What provides the crunch in this dish?
Sliced water chestnuts and the seasoned stuffing topping provide a variety of crunchy textures.
What is the nutritional protein content?
This recipe contains 16g of protein per serving.
How many carbohydrates are in a serving?
There are 32.5g of carbohydrates per serving.
What is the fat content per serving?
There is 11g of fat per serving.
Can I use margarine instead of butter?
Yes, you can use either 1/2 cup of melted butter or margarine for the stuffing topping.
How much soy sauce should I use?
The recipe requires 3 tablespoons of soy sauce.
What kind of soup is used for the base?
One 10 3/4 ounce can of condensed cream of chicken soup is used.
How much celery is included?
The recipe includes 1 cup of chopped celery.
What suggested sides pair well with this meal?
It is recommended to serve this casserole with a refreshing tossed salad and freshly baked rolls.
How do I prepare the topping?
Combine 1 1/2 cups of seasoned stuffing mix with melted butter or margarine until well-coated, then sprinkle it over the casserole.
What size of wild rice mix is needed?
A 6 ounce package of wild rice mix is required.
Is there onion in this recipe?
Yes, it uses 1/4 cup of chopped onion.
What size can of water chestnuts is needed?
Use one 5 ounce can of sliced water chestnuts.
How much chicken broth is used?
The recipe uses 1 cup of chicken broth.
Can I make a double batch?
Yes, the description suggests prepping double the batch to enjoy as a quick dinner later.
What is the texture of the sauce?
The sauce is creamy, created by the combination of condensed soup and chicken broth.
Should the casserole be served immediately?
It is best to let it cool for a few minutes after removing it from the oven before serving.
Is the chicken raw or cooked when added?
The chicken must be cooked and cubed before being mixed into the casserole.
Does the recipe require any special mixing techniques?
No, just stir the ingredients gently in a large mixing bowl until they are well mixed.
Is this dish considered a comfort food?
Yes, it is described as a comforting casserole and tagged under comfort food.
What is the total ingredient count?
The recipe requires 10 distinct ingredients.