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Chicken and Mushrooms with Wild Rice

A quick and easy Chicken and Mushrooms with Wild Rice recipe that offers comfort and nourishment, perfect for busy evenings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 1 cup wild rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth (or water if you're in a pinch)
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 8 oz mushrooms (sliced; a mix of cremini and button is recommended)
  • 1 medium onion (diced)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 cup spinach (or any greens you have)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh herbs like thyme or parsley for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Rinse the wild rice under cold water. In a pot, combine the wild rice with chicken broth and bring it to a boil. Once boiling, reduce to a simmer, cover, and let it cook for 45-50 minutes, or until tender.
Cooking Chicken
  1. While the rice is cooking, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken pieces with salt and pepper, then add to the pan. Sauté until golden and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Cooking Vegetables
  1. In the same skillet, add sliced mushrooms, diced onion, and minced garlic. Sauté for 5-8 minutes until mushrooms are soft and onions are translucent.
Combining Ingredients
  1. Return the chicken to the skillet and add the cooked wild rice and spinach. Stir until the spinach wilts and the dish is heated through. Adjust seasonings to taste.
Serving
  1. Serve hot from the skillet, garnished with fresh herbs.

Notes

Prep ingredients in advance for a quicker cooking time. You can substitute wild rice with quinoa or brown rice if desired. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.