Chicken Spectacular

SUBMITTED BY: JODI.C 

"A very good casserole that makes a lot. This dish also freezes well, so it's great to make ahead and warm up later!"
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PREP TIME  15 Min
COOK TIME  1 Hr 20 Min
READY IN  1 Hr 35 Min

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

  • 3 cups water
  • 1 cup uncooked wild rice
  • 3 cups cooked, cubed chicken breast meat
  • 1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of celery soup
  • 1 (4 ounce) jar diced pimento peppers, drained
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 (14.5 ounce) cans French-style green beans, drained
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 cup water chestnuts, drained and chopped
  • salt and pepper to taste

What to Drink?

Wine Chardonnay

DIRECTIONS

  1. Combine water and wild rice in a saucepan, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 50 minutes, or until tender.
  2. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  3. In a large bowl, toss together the cooked rice, chicken, cream of celery soup, pimentos, onion, green beans, mayonnaise, water chestnuts, salt, and pepper. Transfer to a 3 quart casserole dish.
  4. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until heated through.
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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.43 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 10, 2003 by PAMELA6 
This was terrific. I did make some changes though. I omitted green beans, but added... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.43 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 18, 2003 by ANNOVA 
This is delicious. Had to tweak it a bit as I didn't have all the ingredients (& I don't use... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.43 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 30, 2003 by MAGGIE MCGUIRE 
How aptly named, Jodi! This truly is spectacular. I didn't need to change a thing. Its... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.43 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 30, 2003 by NPISCHEL 
This was a very good recipe. However, based on the reviews, and the ingredients that I had on... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.43 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 20, 2003 by SUZANNE MASINO 
loved the crunchy water chestnuts. i did use 6 oz plain white rice and 6oz wild rice (which i... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.43 star rating.
Reviewed on May 24, 2007 by GRETELH 
This was delicious. I bought Uncle Ben's wild rice in a box, and used the seasoning packet. ... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.43 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 10, 2003 by AEADES 
I love this casserole. I use Miracle Whip instead of Mayo and that gives it a little zip. MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.43 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 6, 2003 by SHEIRON 
I added grated cheese on top before baking. MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.43 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 15, 2005 by Pat 
This was an excellent casserole. I used cooked, frozen French beans and sauteed fresh... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.43 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 10, 2003 by MARK_EPPERSON 
I love this recipe! I've made it numeous times. Sometimes I add more chicken and cheese. My... MORE


 
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Nutritional Information
Chicken Spectacular

Servings Per Recipe: 10

Amount Per Serving

Calories: 317

  • Total Fat: 20.5g
  • Cholesterol: 52mg
  • Sodium: 778mg
  • Total Carbs: 17.3g
  •     Dietary Fiber: 2.4g
  • Protein: 16.3g

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