Creamy chicken rice casserole

• For 6 people
• Preparation time (dont cuisson) : 60 minutes
• Cooking time : 30 minutes
• Difficulty (0 to 5) : 2

Ingredients

• Chicken
  • Chicken breasts (boneless and skinless) : 2 pieces
  • Salt : 1 teaspoon
  • Black pepper : 1/2 teaspoon
  • Olive oil : 1 tablespoon
• Rice Mixture
  • Long-grain white rice : 1 cup
  • Chicken broth : 2 cups
  • Onion (finely chopped) : 1/2 medium-sized
  • Garlic (minced) : 2 cloves
  • Dried thyme : 1/2 teaspoon
  • Frozen peas and carrots : 1 cup
• Creamy Sauce
  • Butter : 2 tablespoons
  • All-purpose flour : 2 tablespoons
  • Chicken broth : 1 cup
  • Milk : 1 cup
  • Salt : 1/2 teaspoon
  • Black pepper : 1/4 teaspoon
  • Shredded cheddar cheese : 1 cup

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Steps

• Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
• In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper, then cook them in the skillet until browned on both sides. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
• In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion becomes translucent.
• Add the rice, chicken broth, dried thyme, and frozen peas and carrots to the skillet. Stir well to combine.
• Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the skillet and let it simmer for about 15 minutes or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
• While the rice is cooking, prepare the creamy sauce. In a separate saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for about 1 minute.
• Gradually whisk in the chicken broth and milk. Continue whisking until the sauce thickens.
• Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the salt, black pepper, and shredded cheddar cheese. Mix until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
• Once the rice is cooked, transfer it to a greased casserole dish. Place the cooked chicken breasts on top of the rice.
• Pour the creamy sauce over the chicken and rice, making sure to cover everything evenly.
• Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes or until the casserole is bubbly and the top is golden brown.
• Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Tips

• You can add other vegetables like broccoli or corn to the rice mixture for added flavor and nutrition.
• Feel free to use different types of cheese, such as mozzarella or Swiss, instead of cheddar for a variation in taste.

Information

• This creamy chicken rice casserole is a comforting and satisfying dish that is perfect for family dinners or potlucks.
• Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.