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ASPARAGUS, CHICKEN AND WILD RICE CASSEROLE RECIPE



Asparagus, Chicken and Wild Rice Casserole Recipe image

Casseroles are the easiest to do in the cookbook and for a nice healthy touch to it, we've added some asparagus chicken in this savory casserole dish.

Provided by Recipes.net Team

Categories     Casserole

Time 1h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 halves boneless chicken breast
1 cup rinsed, uncooked wild rice
1 ½ lb trimmed, fresh asparagus
1 can undiluted cream of mushroom soup
2 cup chicken broth
14 oz with liquid mushrooms
2 tbsp or margarine butter
½ pkg onion soup mix
¼ cup melted,or margarine butter
paprika

Steps:

  • Spread rice in a 7x11-inch baking pan.
  • Add the chicken broth and mushrooms; dot with 2 tbsp. butter.
  • Place chicken breasts in the center of baking dish; sprinkle with the onion soup mix.
  • Spoon mushroom soup over all.
  • Bake, uncovered at 350 degrees F for 1 hour.
  • Arrange asparagus around outer edges of baking dish; brush with melted butter and sprinkle with paprika.
  • Bake 15-20 minutes more or until asparagus is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 519.00kcal, Carbohydrate 28.00g, Cholesterol 147.00mg, Fat 19.00g, Fiber 4.00g, Protein 58.00g, SaturatedFat 4.00g, ServingSize 6.00, Sodium 1,057.00mg, Sugar 3.00g

ASPARAGUS AND WILD RICE CASSEROLE



Asparagus and Wild Rice Casserole image

I learned the fun of cooking as a child. I love to create as I cook- this recipe is a combination of several different asparagus dishes. It's also tasty with pieces of cooked duck added to the wild rice.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons chopped onion
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 cup milk
1/2 cup sour cream
2 cups cooked wild rice
2 pounds fresh asparagus, cut into 2-inch pieces and cooked
3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
6 bacon strips, diced and cooked

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, saute onion in butter until tender. Add flour and salt; stir to make a paste. Add milk; cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture thickens. Cool 1 minute more. Remove from heat; stir in sour cream until smooth. , In a greased 11x7-in. baking dish, layer wild rice, asparagus, sour cream mixture, cheese and bacon. Bake at 350° for 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 247 calories, Fat 14g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 44mg cholesterol, Sodium 294mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

CHICKEN AND ASPARAGUS BUNDLES



Chicken and Asparagus Bundles image

My husband is a big asparagus fan, so I had to try this recipe. It's a mainstay when I want something unusual but simple for guests. For variety, you can leave off the sauce and serve the bundles chilled for lunch. -Donna Lohnes of Wooster, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
20 fresh asparagus spears (about 1 pound), trimmed
4-1/2 teaspoons olive oil
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup chopped green onions
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1 cup chicken broth

Steps:

  • Flatten chicken breasts to 1/2-inch. Wrap each around five asparagus spears; secure with toothpicks. Place in a 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Combine the oil, lemon juice and seasonings; pour over bundles. Cover asparagus tips with foil., Cover and bake at 350° for 15 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with the onions. Bake 12-15 minutes longer or until chicken is no longer pink and asparagus is crisp-tender. Remove bundles to a serving platter and keep warm., In a small saucepan, combine cornstarch and broth until smooth; stir in pan juices. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove toothpicks. Serve with sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 207 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 66mg cholesterol, Sodium 316mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 29g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BAKED MONTEREY CHICKEN WITH ROASTED VEGGIES



Baked Monterey Chicken with Roasted Veggies image

Everyone asks me for this baked monterey chicken. Roasting the veggies brings out their sweetness. They're delicious with fettuccine, rice or mashed potatoes. -Gloria Bradley, Naperville, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
2 large sweet red peppers, cut into strips
1 tablespoon olive oil
1-1/2 teaspoons salt, divided
3/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper, divided
6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)
5 tablespoons butter, divided
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1/4 cup white wine or additional chicken broth
1-1/2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese, divided

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°. Place asparagus and red peppers in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish; toss with oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Roast just until crisp-tender, 5-8 minutes. Remove vegetables from dish., Season chicken with the remaining salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon butter over medium heat; brown 3 chicken breasts on both sides. Transfer to the same baking dish. Repeat with an additional 1 tablespoon butter and remaining chicken. Top chicken with roasted vegetables., In same skillet, melt remaining butter over medium heat. Stir in flour until smooth; gradually whisk in broth, cream and wine. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly; cook and stir until thickened, 2-3 minutes. Stir in 1 cup cheese until melted. Pour over chicken., Bake, uncovered, until a thermometer inserted in chicken reads 165°, 25-30 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 581 calories, Fat 40g fat (22g saturated fat), Cholesterol 200mg cholesterol, Sodium 1093mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 44g protein.

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