Cheesy Chicken and Wild Rice Casserole

⏱ 65 mins 🍽 4-6 serving(s) 🏷 One Dish Meal

This satisfying casserole combines cooked chicken with a wild rice blend, sweetcorn, peas and a creamy celery soup base, all topped with mozzarella. After a quick sauté of onions, the ingredients are mixed and baked until thoroughly heated, creating a complete and cheesy meal in one dish. It is an ideal choice for a straightforward weeknight dinner that serves four to six people.

Cheesy Chicken and Wild Rice Casserole

Ingredients

  • 1 (6 ounce) package white long grain and wild rice blend
  • 1 cup frozen onion, seasoning blend
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 2 cups cooked chicken breasts (shredded or cubed)
  • 8 ounces mozzarella cheese (shredded)
  • 10 3/4 ounces cream of celery soup
  • 1/2 cup frozen whole kernel corn (thawed)
  • 1/2 cup frozen peas (thawed)

Method

  1. Prepare the rice mixture by following the directions on its package.
  2. In a skillet, cook the frozen onion seasoning blend with the butter until it becomes tender.
  3. Mix all the prepared ingredients together and transfer to a 1-1/2-quart casserole dish. Bake uncovered at 350 degrees F for 30-40 minutes, until heated throughout.

Nutrition (per serving)

Sodium1024700 mg

Recipe details

CategoryOne Dish Meal
AuthorBamaBelle30