Chicken with Wild Rice and Vegetables Casserole

A throw together all-in-one dish that is as satisfying as it is easy. Perfect for those busy evenings when hectic schedules leave no room for a concentrated effort in the kitchen. Serve with a tossed salad and sliced french bread for a complete meal.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 60 mins
• Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins
• Calories: 522 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 cup water
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1 pinch paprika
• salt and black pepper to taste
• cooking spray
• 2 (4.3 ounce) boxes long grain and wild rice mix
• 2 cups frozen California blend vegetables
• 12 frozen chicken tenders

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a 9x13 inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.

Step 2

Pour the contents of the long grain and wild rice boxes into prepared baking dish. Drizzle rice with 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Pour chicken broth and water over the rice. Top with frozen vegetables and frozen chicken tenders. Drizzle chicken with the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Season with salt and pepper; sprinkle with paprika. Cover tightly with aluminum foil.

Step 3

Place casserole in preheated oven. Bake until rice is soft and chicken juices run clear, approximately one hour.