Description
A comforting and nutritious chicken and rice casserole, perfect for family gatherings and busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1 cup long-grain brown rice
- 2 cups chopped vegetables (carrots, bell peppers, green beans)
- 8 oz fresh mushrooms (button or cremini), sliced
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk or low-fat yogurt
- 1 tsp fresh thyme
- 1 tsp fresh rosemary
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep the Chicken: Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- Sauté Aromatics: In a large skillet, add olive oil over medium heat, toss in minced garlic and sliced mushrooms, sauté until fragrant.
- Add Vegetables: Stir in chopped vegetables and sauté for another 5 minutes.
- Combine Ingredients: In a bowl, mix sautéed vegetables with chicken, rice, and seasoning. Pour in broth and stir.
- Bake: Transfer mixture to a baking dish, cover with foil, and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 30-35 minutes, adding extra time if using brown rice.
- Uncover and Finish: Remove foil, bake for another 10 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
- Let Rest and Serve: Allow to rest for a few minutes, then serve garnished with fresh parsley or thyme.
Notes
Add seasonal vegetables or swap chicken for turkey or tofu as needed.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 40
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: chicken casserole, healthy dinner, family recipe, comfort food, one dish meal