Cozy Chicken Wild Rice Casserole Comfort Food Sorted

Ingredients

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 450g/1 lb), cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 cup (180g) wild rice, rinsed
• 3 cups (710ml) low-sodium chicken broth
• 1 tbsp olive oil or butter
• 1 cup (120g) finely diced carrots
• 1 cup (110g) finely diced celery
• 1 medium sweet onion (about 150g), chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 2 cans (298g / 10.5 oz each) condensed cream of mushroom soup (reduced sodium preferred)
• 1/2 cup (120ml) sour cream or Greek yogurt (optional)
• 1 cup (115g) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 1 cup (60g) panko breadcrumbs
• 2 tbsp melted butter