Creamy Wild Rice Chicken Casserole Recipe

Name: Creamy Wild Rice Chicken Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (6 ounce) package long grain and wild rice mix; 2 tablespoons butter; 6 large mushrooms, sliced; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 12 ounces skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces; Salt and pepper to taste; Garlic powder to taste; 1 (15 ounce) jar Classico(R) Fresh Four Cheese Alfredo Sauce, divided; 20 saltine crackers, crushed; 1 tablespoon melted butter; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

Servings: persons

1 (6 ounce) package long grain and wild rice mix
2 tablespoons butter
6 large mushrooms, sliced
2 tablespoons olive oil
12 ounces skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
Salt and pepper to taste
Garlic powder to taste
1 (15 ounce) jar Classico(R) Fresh Four Cheese Alfredo Sauce, divided
20 saltine crackers, crushed
1 tablespoon melted butter
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray 2-quart baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
2
Prepare rice according to package directions.
3
Melt butter in a skillet over medium to medium-high heat. Add mushrooms and saute until they release some moisture and begin to brown, 4 to 5 minutes. Remove mushrooms from pan.
4
Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium heat in the same skillet. Saute chicken pieces until browned. Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder to taste.
5
Combine the rice, chicken, mushrooms, and 3/4 of the jar of Alfredo sauce in the prepared baking dish. Mix well, and then spread remaining sauce over the top. Sprinkle crushed crackers evenly over casserole and drizzle 1 tablespoon melted butter over top.
6
Bake until heated through and topping is golden, about 30 minutes. Garnish with parsley.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (6 ounce) package long grain and wild rice mix, 2 tablespoons butter, 6 large mushrooms, sliced, 2 tablespoons olive oil, and more.

Yes, Creamy Wild Rice Chicken Casserole falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Creamy Wild Rice Chicken Casserole

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