Best 3 Wild Rice Chicken Dinner Recipes

Have you ever wondered how to cook a delicious and nutritious meal using wild rice and chicken? Look no further! This article will guide you through the process of creating a mouthwatering wild rice chicken dinner that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you wanting more. From selecting the right ingredients to mastering the cooking techniques, we'll provide you with all the essential information to create a truly unforgettable dish. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a novice in the kitchen, this article will empower you to prepare a fantastic wild rice chicken dinner that will impress your family and friends.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

WILD RICE CHICKEN DINNER

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With chicken, green beans and the nice crunch of water chestnuts and almonds, this casserole has everything you need. Using ready-to-serve wild rice makes putting it together a breeze. -Lorraine Hanson, Independence, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 2 casseroles (8 servings each).

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

2 packages (8.8 ounces each) ready-to-serve long grain and wild rice
2 packages (16 ounces each) frozen French-style green beans, thawed
2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed cream of celery soup, undiluted
2 cans (8 ounces each) sliced water chestnuts, drained
2/3 cup chopped onion
2 jars (4 ounces each) sliced pimientos, drained
1 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup 2% milk
1 teaspoon pepper
6 cups cubed cooked chicken
1 cup slivered almonds, divided

Steps:

Heat rice according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a Dutch oven, combine the green beans, soup, water chestnuts, onion, pimientos, mayonnaise, milk and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5 minutes. Stir in chicken and rice; cook 3-4 minutes longer or until chicken is heated through. , Transfer half of the mixture to a serving dish; sprinkle with 1/2 cup almonds. Serve immediately. Pour the remaining mixture into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish; cool. Sprinkle with remaining almonds. Cover and freeze for up to 3 months., To use frozen casserole: Thaw in the refrigerator overnight. Cover and bake at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 357 calories, Fat 21g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 54mg cholesterol, Sodium 491mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 19g protein.

CHICKEN AND WILD RICE SLOW COOKER DINNER

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I found this on a card supplied at the butcher's counter at Harris Teeter Grocery. The only change I made was to omit the marjoram leaves due to personal preference but I've added it back to the recipe as an option here. If you don't have bone-in chicken breasts you can use bone-in chicken thighs (about 10 thighs or 3 1/2 lbs). Remember to remove the skin of the chicken and any really visible fat deposits.

Provided by HokiesMom

Categories Chicken

Time 5h20m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

6 slices bacon, diced
1/2 cup sweet onion, chopped
1/4 cup celery, finely chopped
1/4 cup red bell pepper, chopped (optional)
5 cups water
2 cups uncooked wild rice, rinsed and drained
2 (10 3/4 ounce) cans cream of chicken soup (or may use cream of mushroom soup)
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1/2-1 teaspoon dried marjoram (optional)
1/2 teaspoon ground pepper
3 lbs bone-in skinless chicken breast halves, remove skin and visible fat from chicken

Steps:

In a large skillet, cook bacon until crispy. Add onion, celery and red bell pepper to skillet and cook & stir until tender.
Remove to a large bowl and blend the veggies/bacon mixture, water and all other ingredients (EXCEPT chicken) together.
Place chicken into a lightly sprayed slow cooker and pour rice mixture over the chicken - mixing well.
Cover and cook on low 5-7 hours or until chicken is completely cooked and rice is tender.

CHICKEN AND WILD RICE SLOW COOKER DINNER

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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

Ingredients

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

Tips:

Use a variety of vegetables. This will add color, flavor, and nutrients to your dish. Some good choices include carrots, celery, onions, mushrooms, and broccoli.
Don't overcook the chicken. Chicken is best when it is cooked through but still tender. Overcooked chicken will be dry and tough.
Use a flavorful broth. The broth you use will add a lot of flavor to your dish. Choose a broth that you enjoy the taste of.
Season the dish to taste. Add salt, pepper, and other spices to taste. You can also add a squeeze of lemon juice or a dollop of sour cream.

Conclusion:

Wild rice chicken dinner is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. The combination of wild rice, chicken, and vegetables is healthy and satisfying. This dish is also very versatile, so you can easily customize it to your liking. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy meal or a more elaborate dish, wild rice chicken dinner is a great option.