"When the weather is nice and chilly, nothing beats a hearty, savory, casserole to warm you right up. Autumn Chicken & Rice Casserole definitely brings the satisfaction, the flavor, and the cozy! You'll be feeling nice and full and ready for a long winter's nap after eating this juicy chicken, tender rice, sweet apple, caramelized mushrooms, and melty cheese mix. Mingle around the fire and relax; Autumn Chicken & Rice Casserole is about to make you feel really comfy!..."
INGREDIENTS
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2 tablespoons butter
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1/2 sweet onion, chopped
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kosher salt, to taste
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pepper, to taste
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2 cloves garlic, minced or grated
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6 ounces cremini mushrooms
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2 ounces wild mushrooms
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1 Honeycrisp apple, thinly sliced
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2 tablespoons fresh thyme, plus more for serving, chopped
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2 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth, divided
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1/2 cup white wine or more chicken broth
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2 cups wild rice
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1/2-1 pound chicken breasts, boneless, skinless, and cut into bite-size pieces
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2 cups baby spinach
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1 1/2 cups Gruyère cheese, shredded