Chicken Wild Rice Casserole with Gruyere
This Chicken Wild Rice Casserole with Gruyere is comfort food at its best. It’s creamy and flavorful, and topped with an irresistible crown of buttery, crunchy croutons.
When the temperatures plummet here in Minnesota, mealtime cravings turn immediately to comfort food. Our kitchens undergo an irrepressible desire to turn out pots of steaming soups, bubbling casseroles, and slow-braised meats. It’s the remedy our chilled bodies are aching for. And it’s what they deserve!
Wild rice is at the heart of this Chicken Wild Rice Casserole with Gruyere, and at the heart of many a Minnesotan. It’s our official state grain, after all. If you’re not familiar with its deliciousness, I strongly encourage you to give this casserole a try. Also be sure to check out my creamy chicken and wild rice soup – it’s been a long time favorite recipe with our family and friends.
I created this recipe for Chicken Wild Rice Casserole with Gruyere for The Pioneer Woman’s website, where I am a regular contributor to Ree’s Food & Friends section. Click here to get the recipe on The Pioneer Woman’s site!
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Hi, Brenda!
This casserole sounds amazing. Would it be possible to cut the ingredient amounts in half to make a smaller casserole? Just 2 of us will be eating it :)
Thanks.
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I made this absolutely wonderful recipe for out of town guests last Winter. It did not disappoint. Everyone raved about it!! Thanks for making me look so good ;)
I’m so glad to hear this – I love the flavors and textures in this recipe!!
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Does this recipe freeze well? If so, do you recommend throwing in the oven frozen or letting it thaw in fridge the night before? Changes in baking instructions?
How can I argue with a plate of complete comfort food staring right back at me?! Stay warm!
Perfect comfort food during this cold stretch! LOVE that crouton topping!
Thank you, Liz! Hope you’re having a great weekend!
Everything about this (especially the crunchy topping) is calling my name!
Thanks, Brian!
I don’t care what time of the year it is — I alwayssss crave casseroles! Love this Brenda!
Thank you, Lauren – I hope you are doing great!
Mmmm…this looks so hearty and comforting! I hope you are staying warm. You should come to Denver and ski!
Thanks, Lauren! Ya know, I’ve never been to Colorado. But it’s definitely on my list. Some day!
This looks amazing, Brenda! Love the use of wild rice! :)
Thanks, Tieghan. I just love any dish with wild rice!
Wild rice and gruyere…you’re calling my name! thanks for sharing!
You’re welcome. Enjoy!