Chicken Casserole Recipe A Classic Comfort Dish Explained
Delight your family and friends with this comforting chicken casserole, packed with tender chicken chunks, fresh vegetables, and a creamy sauce. Perfect for a cozy dinner!
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Servings:
Calories: 120kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 large onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 2 cups chopped carrots
- 1 cup mushrooms sliced
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cups cooked rice prepared according to package instructions
- 0.5 cup panko breadcrumbs
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and minced garlic, cooking until the onion becomes translucent.
- Add chicken pieces and cook until they are browned on all sides.
- Stir in chicken broth, heavy cream, peas, carrots, mushrooms, thyme, basil, salt, and pepper. Let simmer for 10 minutes.
- Add cooked rice to the pot and mix thoroughly.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased 9x13 inch baking dish. Top with shredded cheddar cheese and panko breadcrumbs.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Feel free to customize with your favorite vegetables or substitute rice with quinoa for a healthier option.