WILD WILD RICE

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Wild rice really shines in this pretty and tasty chicken dish, which has such a fun name. Hearty helpings always satisfy hunger in a hurry.- Lisa Neu, Fond du Lac, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 1h5m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1/4 cup chopped green pepper
1/4 cup chopped onion
2 tablespoons butter, divided
2-1/3 cups water
1 package (6 ounces) long grain and wild rice mix
4 cups cubed cooked chicken
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1 can (8 ounces) French-style green beans, drained
1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained
1 medium carrot, grated
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, optional

Steps:

In a small skillet, saute green pepper and onion in 1 tablespoon butter until crisp-tender; set aside., In a large saucepan, bring the water, rice and remaining butter to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 25 minutes or until rice is tender. Stir in the chicken, soup, green beans, water chestnuts, carrot, mayonnaise and green pepper mixture., Transfer to a greased 2-1/2-qt. baking dish. Sprinkle with cheese if desired. Cover and bake at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 338 calories, Fat 16g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 76mg cholesterol, Sodium 797mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 24g protein.