Wild Rice Broccoli Chicken Casserole

May 18, 2023May 18, 20230 15
Delicious Wild Rice Broccoli Chicken Casserole Recipe
in Casserole

Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

1 Star2 Stars3 Stars4 Stars5 Stars
Loading...

Ingredients

1 package long grain and wild rice blend
1/2 cup onion , chopped
1/2 cup celery , cut into pieces
1 package frozen chopped broccoli
2 tablespoons butter
1 can cream of mushroom soup
1/2 cup sour cream
1/3 cup white wine worcestershire sauce ( optional )
2 cups cooked chicken , chopped

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
390
Sugar
5g
Fat
15g
Wild Rice Broccoli Chicken Casserole is a hearty and comforting dish that is perfect for a family weeknight dinner. This casserole is a twist on the classic chicken and rice casserole, adding broccoli for added flavor and nutritional value. The wild rice gives the dish an earthy flavor and satisfying texture. It can be served as a main dish, alongside a side salad if desired. With a little preparation in advance, this casserole can be quite quick and easy to put together when you are short on time.

Instructions

1.Cook long grain and wild rice blend according to package instructions.
2.Preheat the oven to 350°F.
3.In a large pan, sauté onions and celery in butter until tender.
4.Add frozen chopped broccoli, cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, and white wine Worcestershire sauce (optional) to the pan. Mix until well combined.
5.Add cooked chicken to the pan and stir to combine.
6.Add cooked rice to the pan and mix everything together.
7.Transfer mixture to a casserole dish.
8.Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until heated through and bubbly.

PROS

This casserole is a complete meal in one dish and offers a good balance of protein, vegetables, and grains.
It is a great way to use up leftover chicken or rice.
The addition of broccoli provides a good source of fiber and vitamins.

CONS

This casserole is high in sodium due to the cream of mushroom soup and Worcestershire sauce.
The recipe may require some pre-cooked ingredients such as rice and chicken, which may take some extra time to prepare.
Depending on the cut of chicken used, it may be high in fat.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This casserole recipe contains several ingredients that offer numerous health benefits. Wild rice is a good source of protein, fiber, and antioxidants. Broccoli is packed with vitamins, minerals, and fiber, and is also known to have cancer-fighting properties. Chicken is a lean source of protein that is essential for building and maintaining muscle mass.

Print

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published.