Chicken & Rice Casserole Recipe
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until the onion is translucent, about 3-5 minutes.
- 2
Cook the Chicken
Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and season with salt, black pepper, and paprika. Cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side, until the chicken is browned and cooked through. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly before chopping into bite-sized pieces.
- 3
Combine Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the uncooked rice, chicken broth, cream of mushroom soup, chopped broccoli, and the cooked chicken pieces. Mix well to ensure the rice is evenly distributed.
Baking
- 4
Transfer to Baking Dish
Pour the mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish. Spread it out evenly.
- 5
Top with Cheese
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the casserole.
- 6
Bake
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. After 30 minutes, remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
Serving
- 7
Serve
Once baked, remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your Chicken & Rice Casserole!