Servings: 4
Calories: 470kcal
Equipment
- Oven
- Casserole dish
- large mixing bowl
- Knife for dicing and chopping ingredients
- Stovetop or sauté pan for cooking the onions
- Spoon or spatula for mixing ingredients
- Grater for grating the aged sharp cheddar cheese
- Oven mitts or kitchen gloves for handling hot dishes
Ingredients
- 1/2 package 3 ounces Uncle Ben's long grain and wild rice blend, perfectly cooked as per package instructions
- 1/2 finely chopped medium red onion sautéed to caramelized perfection
- 1 ½ cups diced roasted chicken
- 1 can 14 ounces French-style green beans, thoroughly rinsed and drained for freshness
- 1/2 can 5 ounces condensed cream of celery soup, delivering rich flavor
- 1/2 cup creamy mayonnaise made with free-range eggs
- 1/2 cup aged sharp cheddar cheese finely grated for an extra tangy kick
- 1/2 can about 4 ounces water chestnuts, finely diced for added crunch
- 1/2 can 2 ounces diced pimientos, carefully rinsed and drained for vibrant color
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or spray a casserole dish lightly to prevent sticking.
- Ensure all ingredients are diced, chopped, sautéed, rinsed, drained, and cooked according to the specifications mentioned in the ingredients list.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced roasted chicken, sautéed red onion, diced water chestnuts, French-style green beans, diced pimientos, condensed cream of celery soup, creamy mayonnaise, and perfectly cooked Uncle Ben's long grain and wild rice blend. Mix everything thoroughly until well combined.
- Transfer the mixed ingredients into the greased casserole dish, spreading it out evenly.
- Sprinkle the finely grated aged sharp cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the casserole mixture.
- Place the casserole dish in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 25-30 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the casserole is heated through.
- Once baked, remove the casserole from the oven and allow it to cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Serve the Paula Deen Chicken and Rice Casserole warm as a comforting and flavorful main dish.
- Serve and enjoy
Notes
- You can substitute the cream of mushroom and cream of chicken soups with 1 can of cream of celery or cream of chicken and mushroom, if desired.
- Feel free to add some chopped vegetables, such as bell peppers, mushrooms, or onions, to the casserole for extra flavor and nutrition.
- You can use any type of cheese you like for the casserole. Some popular choices include cheddar, Monterey Jack, or mozzarella.
- For a crunchy topping, sprinkle the casserole with breadcrumbs or crushed crackers before baking.
- To make the casserole spicier, you can add some chopped jalapenos or your favorite hot sauce.
- For a vegetarian version, you can omit the chicken and use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
Nutrition
Calories: 470kcal
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