Casserole with Rice and Chicken: A Comfort Dish for the Whole Family
A casserole is a great way to prepare a filling and tasty meal for the whole family, which can be easily adapted to individual preferences. One of the most popular and beloved casserole recipes is the Chicken Rice Casserole. This dish combines succulent chicken pieces, fluffy rice and a flavorful sauce, all baked golden brown under a layer of cheese. It's the perfect way to use up leftover chicken or rice, and a great lunch or dinner solution when you need something that can be easily prepared ahead of time and reheated when needed.
Ingredients:
- 2 chicken breasts
- 200g (7oz) rice
- 1 onion
- 2 cloves of garlic
- 1 red pepper
- 1 yellow pepper
- 200g mozzarella cheese (7oz)
- 4 tbsp olive oil (2.1fl oz)
- 2 teaspoons chicken seasoning
- Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Cook the rice according to the instructions on the package. Dice the chicken and season with chicken seasoning, salt and pepper.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a pan, then add the chopped chicken and fry until well browned on all sides. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
- In the same pan, add the rest of the oil and the diced onion, garlic and peppers. Fry until the vegetables soften.
- Add cooked rice, fried chicken and vegetables to the casserole dish. Mix everything thoroughly.
- Sprinkle mozzarella on top. Put the casserole in the oven preheated to 200 degrees Celsius and bake for about 20 minutes, until the cheese is melted and slightly browned.
Preparation time: 30 min
Cooking time: 20 min
Macro nutrients per 100 grams
Calories: 120.4 kcal
Carbohydrate: 11.2 g
Protein: 7.2 g
Fat: 5.2 g
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