Microwave Turkey Rice Casserole

Submitted by The Amaze-Ing Me

"This if from Taste of Home's Stews & Casseroles book. We've tried other recipes in this book that were good but this will be the first time we;ve tried this recipe."

 

• Ready In: 28mins
• Ingredients: 10
• Serves: 6-8

ingredients

• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1 celery rib, chopped
• 2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine
• 2 cups milk
• 1 1⁄4 cups uncooked instant rice
• 2 cups diced cooked turkey
• 1 (10 3/4 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
• 1 cup herb-seasoned stuffing cubes
• 1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chilies, drained
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided

directions

1. In a 2 quart microwave safe dish, combine onion, celery, and butter.
2. Cover and microwave on high for 2-3 minutes or until butter is melted. Stir in milk. Cover and cook on high for 4-6 minutes or until milk is steaming (do not boil.
3. Stir in rice. Cover and let stand for 2 minutes.
4. Add the turkey, soup, croutons, chilies and 1/2 cup cheese. Cover and microwave on high for 5-7 minutes or until heated through, stirring once. Sprinkle with remaining cheese.
5. Cover and let stand for 5 minutes.