Main Dish

Chicken and Wild Rice for Dinner Tonight

... from Aunt Sandy's Kitchen

• Serves: 6-8 people
• Prep Time: 30 minutes
• Cooking: 30 minutes

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Looking for a quick and easy meal to warm you up during those chilly winter days? Look no further than Aunt Sandy's Kitchen! In this mouthwatering recipe, we'll show you how to make a delicious Chicken and Wild Rice dish that will satisfy your cravings and keep you cozy. With tender chicken, hearty wild rice, and a blend of flavorful spices, this recipe is a must-try. Join us in the kitchen and discover the perfect comfort food for those cold winter nights. Get ready to indulge in a bowl of warmth and flavor with Aunt Sandy's Chicken and Wild Rice recipe!

Ingredients

• 1 package (6 ounces) wild rice mixture
• 6 ounces mushrooms, sliced
• 1 small onion, diced
• 1 pound chicken white or dark meat, boneless & skinless, cubed or strips
• ⅓ cup sour cream
• 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded, divided into 2 - ½ cups
• 2 tablespoons chicken broth
• 1 can cream of chicken or mushroom soup
• 2-3 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon butter
• ½ teaspoon dried basil
• ¼ teaspoon dried thyme
• 2 teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon pepper

*NOTE: Rotisserie chicken or canned chicken from the store can be substituted to save time.

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F / 190° C.
2. Grease 13 x 9 baking dish with cooking spray.
3. Cook wild rice in a saucepan according to the package directions.
4. Saute onion and mushrooms in a saucepan over medium heat until slightly softened.
5. Season chicken with basil, thyme, garlic powder, salt, and pepper on both sides.
6. Add olive oil and butter to a skillet, and brown seasoned chicken over medium heat on both sides. Chicken will finish cooking in the oven.
7. Combine the cooked rice, soup, sour cream, chicken broth, and ½ cup of cheddar cheese. Combine well. Browned chicken can be cubed and add to this mixture or cut into chicken strips (tenders) and added to the top of mixture after it is poured into the baking dish.
8. Pour mixture into greased baking dish and spread evenly.
9. Cover with foil.
10. Bake 20 minutes.
11. Remove foil and top with remaining ½ cup cheese.
12. Bake an additional 6-8 minutes or until casserole is bubbly and cheese is melted.
13. Let rest for 10 minutes before serving.