How To Make Chef John’s Chicken and Rice Casserole
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Serves:
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup long grain white rice
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 cup sliced carrots
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp dried rosemary
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
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Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
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In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onions, carrots, and garlic, and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
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Stir in the rice, chicken broth, heavy cream, dried thyme, dried rosemary, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer for 5 minutes.
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Stir in the frozen peas and shredded chicken.
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Transfer the mixture to a greased 9×13 inch baking dish and cover with foil.
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Bake for 40-45 minutes until the rice is cooked through and the casserole is bubbling.
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Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes to allow the top to brown slightly.
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Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Calories : 425kcal
- Total Fat : 20g
- Saturated Fat : 9g
- Cholesterol : 110mg
- Sodium : 536mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 35g
- Dietary Fiber : 3g
- Sugar : 4g
- Protein : 27g
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