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Chicken Spectacular

Chicken Spectacular is a hearty baked casserole that marries tender wild rice with juicy chicken, green beans, pimentos, and crunchy water chestnuts. A velvety celery soup base and a touch of mayonnaise bring everything together for a savory, nostalgic flavor. Ideal for potlucks or family dinners when you want something comforting and crowd-pleasing.

  • Prep15 mins
  • Cook1 hr 20 mins
  • Serves10
  • DifficultyEasy
Chicken Spectacular
  1. 1

    Put the water and wild rice in a saucepan and bring it to a boil. Lower the heat, cover, and simmer for 50 minutes, or until tender.

  2. 2

    Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

  3. 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. Move the mixture to a 3 quart casserole dish.

  4. 4

    Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until heated through.