Chicken & Wild Rice Casserole

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Ingredients

  • Non-Stick cooking spray
  • 1-1/2 cups uncooked wild rice
  • 1 tbsp cooking oil
  • (1-1/2 lbs) boneless, skinless, chicken breast halves, cubed
  • 1/4 cup chopped onions
  • 3 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
  • 2 (14-1/2 oz) cans ready-to-serve chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 tsp hot sauce
  • 1/4 cup flour
  • 1 (8 oz) can sliced water chestnuts, drained
  • 1/2 cup slivered almonds

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 350° F. Spray a 3 quart casserole with nonstick cooking spray.

2. Rinse wild rice; place in a large saucepan. Add enough water to cover. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 10 minutes.

3. Meanwhile, heat oil in Dutch oven over medium-high heat until hot. Add chicken; cook and stir
6 to 8 minutes or until lightly browned. Add onions and mushrooms; cook and stir 5 to 6 minutes or until onions and mushrooms are tender. Drain wild rice. Add to mixture in Dutch oven.

4. In a large bowl, combine broth, soy sauce, hot sauce and flour; blend well. Stir into chicken mixture in Dutch oven. Add water chestnuts; cook and stir until mixture is bubbly and slightly thickened. Remove from heat. Pour into sprayed casserole.

5. Place in oven and bake for 30 minutes. Stir in almonds; cover and bake an additional 30 to 45 minutes or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.

Yield: 8 Servings
Serving Size: 1-1/4 cups per serving

Weight Watchers PointsPlus+ = 8

Weight Watchers SmartPoints = 8

Nutrition Information: Calories 330, Total Fat 9g, Saturated Fat 1g, Fiber 4g, Carbs 34g, Cholesterol 50mg, Sodium 890mg, Protein 28g, Sugars 3g, Iron 15 %DV, Calcium 4 %DV

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I'm a self-taught cook, passionate about bringing timeless recipes to life with a modern twist. Raised in the heart of the countryside, I grew up surrounded by family, farms, and the comforting aromas of home-cooked meals. Drawing inspiration from the pioneers of culinary history— Kitchen is my creative sanctuary, where she blends traditional techniques with fresh, innovative flavors. With a focus on hearty, wholesome dishes and easy-to-follow recipes, My mission is to make home cooking feel like an adventure. Whether you’re roasting your first chicken or experimenting with a new dessert, I'm here to show you that cooking from scratch is always worth the effort. Join Me on a journey to rediscover the joy of cooking and savor the simple pleasures of a home-cooked meal, one recipe at a time.

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