Best 4 Chicken And Uncle Bens Wild Rice Recipes

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Chicken and Uncle Ben's Wild Rice is a classic dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a flavorful and filling meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. The combination of juicy chicken, tender wild rice, and savory vegetables creates a dish that is sure to please everyone at the table. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this recipe is a great choice for both beginner and experienced cooks alike. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to enjoy a delicious and satisfying meal of Chicken and Uncle Ben's Wild Rice.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHICKEN AND WILD RICE CASSEROLE



Chicken and Wild Rice Casserole image

Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h20m

Yield 10 to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

Two 6-ounce boxes long-grain and wild rice mix, such as Uncle Ben's
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, plus more for greasing dish
16 ounces fresh mushrooms, sliced, or two 4 1/2-ounce cans sliced mushrooms, drained (reserve the liquid)
1 small onion, chopped
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
3 cups chicken broth
3 cups half-and-half
4 cooked boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, diced
1 cup toasted slivered almonds, coarsely chopped
1/2 cup sliced pimientos
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Cook the long-grain and wild rice mixes according to the package directions. Set aside.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 9-by-13-by-2-inch casserole dish.
  • In a large skillet, melt the butter. Add the mushrooms and onions and saute until the onions are translucent. Stir in the flour, cooking for 2 to 3 minutes. Slowly stir the broth (and reserved canned mushroom liquid if using) into the onion mixture, then stir in the half-and-half. Cook until the mixture has thickened, 7 to 10 minutes.
  • Add the chicken, rice, toasted almonds, pimientos, parsley, salt and pepper into the wet mixture. Pour everything into the prepared casserole dish and bake, uncovered, until most of the liquid has been absorbed, 30 to 45 minutes.

COPYCAT "UNCLE BEN'S" LONG GRAIN & WILD RICE



Copycat

Make and share this Copycat "uncle Ben's" Long Grain & Wild Rice recipe from Food.com.

Provided by BonnieZ

Categories     Long Grain Rice

Time 25m

Yield 3/4 cup servings, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 teaspoon dry chopped onion flakes
1/2 teaspoon dry parsley flakes
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups chicken stock (or 2 cup water plus 1 tbsp low sodium chicken boullion granules)
1 cup long grain rice
1/3 cup dry wild rice
1 tablespoon butter (optional)

Steps:

  • Combine all of the spices in a medium saucepan and mix thoroughly.
  • Add the both types of rice, the chicken stock and butter (if using).
  • Bring mixture to a boil and stir to combine.
  • Cover saucepan with a lid, turn down heat to a simmer and simmer gently for 10-15 minutes until all the liquid is absorbed.

CHICKEN AND WILD RICE SLOW COOKER DINNER



Chicken and Wild Rice Slow Cooker Dinner image

This is a great easy dinner. We have been making this for years for the sport teams at the high school. They love it so I thought I would share it.

Provided by Kari

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 5h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

cooking spray
3 (10.75 ounce) cans condensed cream of chicken soup
2 ¼ cups water
1 cup milk
4 cups long grain and wild rice mix
1 (16 ounce) package baby carrots
6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

Steps:

  • Spray the inside of a slow cooker with cooking spray.
  • Stir together cream of chicken soup, water, milk, long grain and wild rice mix (including seasoning packets, if any), and baby carrots in the slow cooker.
  • Place chicken breasts on top of the mixture.
  • Cover and cook on High until chicken is cooked through and rice is tender, about 5 hours; or cook on Low setting for 7 to 8 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 514.2 calories, Carbohydrate 64.8 g, Cholesterol 76.3 mg, Fat 12.6 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 33.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 1997.1 mg, Sugar 8.1 g

CROCK-POT CHICKEN AND WILD RICE



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My family loves this tasty dish--it's comfort food at its comfiest! It's very easy to prepare but tastes like you worked all day on it.

Provided by KaylyRed66

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 5h5m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 (10 1/2 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
1 (10 1/2 ounce) can cream of celery soup
1 (10 1/2 ounce) can cream of chicken soup
1 (6 ounce) box long grain and wild rice blend (I use Uncle Ben's)
2 cups sliced mushrooms

Steps:

  • Spray bottom and sides of 5-6 quart slow cooker with non-stick cooking spray.
  • Layer (in this order) chicken breasts, rice mix, soups and mushrooms.
  • Cook on low for 5 hours or until chicken is tender.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients, the better the dish will taste. Use fresh, organic produce whenever possible, and choose high-quality rice and chicken.
  • Don't overcook the rice: Uncle Ben's Wild Rice cooks quickly, so be careful not to overcook it. Cook it according to the package directions, or until it is tender but still has a slight bite to it.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: This recipe is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. Feel free to add any vegetables you like, such as carrots, celery, onions, broccoli, or mushrooms.
  • Season the dish to taste: This recipe is a starting point, so feel free to adjust the seasonings to your liking. Add more salt, pepper, or garlic powder, or try adding a splash of soy sauce or Worcestershire sauce.
  • Serve immediately: This dish is best served immediately, while the rice is still hot and fluffy. You can garnish it with fresh parsley or cilantro, if desired.

Conclusion:

This easy one-pot chicken and rice dish is a delicious and healthy meal that the whole family will enjoy. It's perfect for a busy weeknight dinner, and it's also a great way to use up leftover chicken and rice. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can have a delicious and satisfying meal on the table in no time.

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