How to Make Super Veggie Chicken and Wild Rice Casserole - A Step-by-Step Guide

Super Veggie Chicken and Wild Rice Casserole is a comforting and hearty dish that is perfect for a family dinner or a potluck gathering. This casserole is packed full of flavorful ingredients and is a great way to sneak in some extra vegetables into your diet. With a creamy, cheesy topping and the nuttiness of wild rice, this casserole is sure to become a family favorite.

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Ingredients

  • 2 medium carrots, diced
  • 3 cups chopped cooked chicken
  • 1 (6.0 ounce) package UNCLE BEN'S® Long Grain & Wild Rice Original Recipe
  • 1 (8 ounce) package fresh mushrooms, chopped
  • ½ medium onion, diced
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen peas, thawed
  • 1 cup packed fresh spinach, chopped
  • 2 ½ cups chicken broth
  • 1 (10.75 ounce) can reduced fat condensed cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 30 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 35 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 1 9x3 casserole

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly oil a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Place carrots in a microwave-safe bowl. Add 1 tablespoon water. Cover tightly with plastic wrap; poke holes in wrap to vent. Microwave on High for 1 minute. Drain.
  • Combine chicken, rice and contents of seasoning packet, carrots, mushrooms, onion, peas, and spinach in a bowl. Stir in broth and soup. Pour mixture into prepared baking dish. Cover with foil.
  • Bake, covered, 45 minutes. Remove foil and bake until hot and bubbling, about 45 more minutes. Top with shredded cheese just before casserole is done.
  • Nutrition

    285 cal.

    • Total Fat: 10g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 57mg
    • Sodium: 851mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 25g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 23g
    • Vitamin C: 7mg
    • Calcium: 155mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 434mg