Paula's Chicken and Rice Casserole

Prep Time: 20 Minutes

Cook Time: 25 Minutes

Ready In: 45 Minutes

Servings: 8

Another Paula Deen original! Easy and delicious! We are not real big casserole people, but this was a big hit with the family.

Ingredients:

6 ounces wild rice, cooked according to directions

1 medium onion, diced and sauteed

2 (14 ounce) cans green beans, rinsed and drained (i used only 1 can, 1 was enough for me)

2 -3 cups diced cooked chicken

1 (8 ounce) can water chestnuts, drained and chopped

1 (4 ounce) jar pimientos, drained

1 (10 ounce) can cream of celery soup

1 cup mayonnaise

1 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese

1 pinch salt

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 350.
2. Mix all ingredients together and pour into a greased 3-quart casserole dish.
3. Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until bubbly.