Crock Pot Chicken Wild Rice Casserole

Cozy, comforting, and packed with flavor, this Crock Pot Chicken Wild Rice Casserole is the ultimate one-pot meal for busy weeknights. Combining tender chicken, hearty wild rice, and a medley of sautéed carrots, celery, onion, and garlic, this dish is slow-cooked to perfection in a rich blend of chicken broth and cream of mushroom soup. The warm seasoning of thyme and parsley elevates the flavor, while a touch of optional melted cheddar cheese creates an irresistibly creamy topping. With just 15 minutes of prep time and the magic of your crock pot, this recipe delivers a wholesome, satisfying dinner for the whole family with minimal effort. Perfect for make-ahead meals, gatherings, or chilly evenings, this casserole is both a time-saver and a crowd-pleaser!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:300 mins

Total Time:315 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Chicken breasts
• 1 cup Uncooked wild rice
• 2.5 cups Chicken broth
• 1 can (10.5 ounces) Cream of mushroom soup
• 2 medium Carrots, diced
• 2 pieces Celery stalks, diced
• 1 medium Onion, diced
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon Dried parsley
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese (optional, for topping)

Directions

Step 1

Dice the carrots, celery, onion, and mince the garlic. Set aside.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5 minutes until the vegetables soften slightly.

Step 3

In a crock pot, add the uncooked wild rice, the sautéed vegetables, chicken broth, and cream of mushroom soup. Stir to combine.

Step 4

Season the mixture with dried thyme, dried parsley, salt, and black pepper.

Step 5

Place the chicken breasts on top of the mixture in the crock pot.

Step 6

Cover the crock pot and cook on low for 5 hours (or high for 3 hours), until the chicken is tender and the rice is fully cooked.

Step 7

Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the crock pot and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the crock pot and stir to combine evenly.

Step 8

Optional: In the last 10 minutes of cooking, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top and allow it to melt before serving.

Step 9

Serve the casserole warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1902.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2145.9

Total Fat 76.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 33.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.8g
Cholesterol 418.2mg	0%
Sodium 6016.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 188.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.9g	0%
Total Sugars 26.5g
Protein 180.2g	0%

Vitamin D 109.4IU	0%
Calcium 1259.3mg	0%
Iron 9.9mg	0%
Potassium 2572.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 31.8%

Protein: 33.3%

Carbs: 34.8%