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Easy Chicken & Rice Casserole

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Submitted by stumalone

A quick and easy chicken and rice casserole that can use leftover rice and chicken for a speedy weeknight main dish.

YIELD

4 servings

PREP

10 min

COOK

30 min

READY

40 min

Behold, the humble yet mighty chicken and rice casserole, a dish that transforms your forgotten scraps into a culinary masterpiece.

Let’s take a moment to extol the virtues of using leftover rice and cooked chicken to create this delectable dish.

First, let’s talk about the convenience factor. In this fast-paced world, who has time to cook everything from scratch?

With leftover rice and cooked chicken, you’re already halfway to a delicious meal. Simply toss them into a casserole dish, add some veggies and a creamy sauce, and you’re well on your way to a satisfying dinner.

Next, let’s consider the environmental impact. By using leftovers, you’re reducing food waste, which is a major issue in our society. In fact, you’re practically a superhero, saving the planet one casserole at a time.

And let’s not forget the taste. The flavors of the chicken and rice have had time to meld and develop, making for a richer, more satisfying dish.

Plus, the versatility of this casserole means you can customize it to your heart’s content. Add some cheese, spice it up with hot sauce, or throw in some veggies for a well-rounded meal.

Ingredients

1 237
CUP ML RICE
cooked
2 473
CUPS ML CHICKEN
cooked, finely chopped
½ 2.5
TEASPOON ML SALT
¼ 1.3
TEASPOON ML CELERY SALT
0.6
TEASPOON ML BLACK PEPPER
1 1
SMALL SMALL ONIONS
chopped
2 3E+1
TABLESPOONS ML BREAD CRUMBS
or cracker crumbs
1 1
LARGE LARGE EGGS
beaten
2 473
CUPS ML WATER
hot

Directions

In a mixing bowl, combine the chicken, celery salt, black pepper, bread crumbs, egg, and chicken stock or hot water.

Grease a casserole dish and line the bottom and sides with a ½ inch thick layer of rice. Layer in the seasoned chicken mixture. Add a layer of the onion over the top of the chicken and cover loosely with the remainder of the rice.

Cover with a lid or foil and bake in the oven at 350℉ (180℃) for 30 to 45 minutes.

Serve in the casserole or turn out onto a serving platter.

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 268g (9.5 oz)
Amount per Serving
Calories 335 19% from fat
 % Daily Value *
Total Fat 7g 11%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 115mg 38%
Sodium 551mg 23%
Total Carbohydrate 13g 13%
Dietary Fiber 1g 4%
Sugars g
Protein 51g
Vitamin A 2% Vitamin C 2%
Calcium 4% Iron 9%
* based on a 2,000 calorie diet How is this calculated?
Trans-fat Free
 
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