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

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.

Brooke Tronson
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I'm not a big fan of chicken, but I loved this dish. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the flavors were amazing. I will definitely be making this dish again.


cipri bordel
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This recipe was easy to follow and the dish turned out great. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the wild rice was fluffy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Zexo
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I loved the combination of flavors in this dish. The chicken was tender and juicy, and the wild rice was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Maryam Ibrahim muhammed
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This is a great recipe for a healthy and delicious meal. The chicken is cooked perfectly and the wild rice is fluffy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Nahid Sujon
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This dish was a bit bland for my taste. I added some extra spices and it turned out great. I will definitely be making this dish again, but I'll add more spices next time.


Amjad Muhmand
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I'm not a big fan of wild rice, but I loved this dish. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the flavors were amazing. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Malaika Safdar
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it. The chicken is so tender and flavorful, and the wild rice is cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this dish again for special occasions.


Ahmad Baloch
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This is one of my favorite recipes to make for company. It's always a hit and I always get compliments on it. I highly recommend it.


MASANJA MPINGI
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I love this recipe because it's so versatile. I can use different types of chicken, vegetables, and even rice. It's a great way to use up leftovers, too.


Divine Memusi
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's easy to make and the chicken and wild rice are always cooked perfectly. I often add a side of roasted vegetables to make it a complete meal.


alao beauty
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This dish was easy to make and turned out delicious. The chicken was tender and moist, and the wild rice was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Clive Lawrinson
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I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out great. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the wild rice was fluffy and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Star Ubaid
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This recipe was a bit more work than I expected, but it was worth it. The chicken was tender and juicy, and the wild rice was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this dish again for special occasions.


Saviour Michael
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I made this dish for my family and they loved it. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the wild rice was fluffy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Maxy Chuks
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This dish was easy to make and turned out great. The chicken was tender and flavorful, and the wild rice was cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Kamukama Eriab
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I've made this wild rice chicken dinner several times now and it's always a hit. The chicken is always cooked perfectly and the wild rice is fluffy and flavorful. I love that it's a one-pot meal, so it's easy to clean up.


Larry Briggs
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This recipe is a keeper! The chicken was so tender and moist, and the wild rice was cooked perfectly. I loved the combination of flavors and textures. I will definitely be making this dish again soon.


Bindhu Thakuri
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a big success. Everyone loved the unique flavor of the wild rice and the chicken was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this dish again for future potlucks.


Asemota Daniel
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I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out great. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the wild rice was fluffy and flavorful. I served it with a side of roasted vegetables and it was a delicious and healthy meal.


kalina lukic
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This wild rice chicken dinner was a hit with my family! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the wild rice had a nutty flavor that paired perfectly with the chicken. I will definitely be making this dish again.