For this homemade Traeger Chicken Wild Rice Casserole recipe, we take grilled chicken breasts and hearty wild rice along with tons of vegetables and cheese and combine them into a comforting and hearty casserole. This dish perfectly blends the smokiness from the grill with the nuttiness of wild rice, creating so many layers of flavor. A creamy sauce marries it all together, which is ideal for a satisfying family meal. This recipe is a twist on traditional casseroles, infusing every bite with wood-fired taste.

Traeger Smoked Chicken Wild Rice Casserole

If you aren’t from Minnesota, you might not even KNOW how amazing and versatile wild rice is, and for that, I feel a little sorry for you. This hearty “rice” isn’t even rice at all, but a unique grain cultivated by the Native American communities and it quickly became a staple in the regions around these areas.

This recipe is an excellent choice for those seeking to impress dinner guests or simply enjoy a rich, hearty casserole at home. The Traeger grill infuses the chicken with a depth of flavor that can’t be mimicked in an oven or stovetop. It’s a crowd-pleaser, with the smokiness taking a familiar casserole to new heights of flavor and making it a memorable meal.

That being said, if your smoker is buried in snow or you don’t have one yet (GASP!) – you can totally make this in the oven. Just follow the same instructions for the Traeger, but use the oven instead.

Creating the sauce from scratch rather than resorting to store-bought “cream of” soups gives the cook complete control over the ingredients. This not only allows for adjustments to dietary restrictions but also enhances the dish’s overall flavor profile. Homemade sauce can be tailored for sodium content and can avoid preservatives and additives found in canned soups.

Moreover, a from-scratch sauce boasts a freshness that can’t be found in a can. The roux-based sauce, thickened with flour and butter and enriched with cream and stock, carries the subtle spices and herbs more effectively, melding perfectly with the smokiness of the chicken and the earthiness of the wild rice. You’re going to LOVE this combination, I know it.

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Chicken Wild Rice Casserole shopping list

Wondering if you have to hit the store? Here’s the list of items you’ll need to make this recipe. For specific amounts, please refer to the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post.

• Chicken breasts
• Salt
• Pepper
• Poultry seasoning
• Butter
• Onion
• Garlic
• All-purpose flour
• Dry white wine
• Chicken broth
• Heavy cream
• Dry mustard
• Parsley
• Poultry seasoning
• Carrots
• Basmati or Jasmine rice
• Broccoli florets
• Sharp cheddar cheese
• Colby jack cheese

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How to make Traeger Smoked Chicken Wild Rice Casserole

This is just the overview so you can see what you’re actually getting into here. When you are cooking, you’ll want to use the full recipe at the bottom of the page.

Have some Creamy Chicken Wild Rice Soup?

Chicken Wild Rice Casserole FAQ

Try our Wild Rice Zucchini Boats too!

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