Chicken, Broccoli, And Brown Rice Casserole Recipe

Name: Chicken, Broccoli, And Brown Rice Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 (3 1/2-ounce) bags boil-in-bag brown rice; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 small onion, finely chopped (about 1 cup); 8 ounces presliced button mushrooms; 8 ounces skinless, boneless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces; 3/4 teaspoon salt, divided; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1 (12-ounce) bag microwave-in-bag fresh broccoli florets; 1 1/2 cups 1% low-fat milk; 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 3 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (about 3/4 cup)

Servings: persons

2 (3 1/2-ounce) bags boil-in-bag brown rice
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small onion, finely chopped (about 1 cup)
8 ounces presliced button mushrooms
8 ounces skinless, boneless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
3/4 teaspoon salt, divided
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 (12-ounce) bag microwave-in-bag fresh broccoli florets
1 1/2 cups 1% low-fat milk
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (about 3/4 cup)

1
Preheat broiler to high. Cook rice according to package directions; drain.
2
While rice cooks, heat a large 12-inch ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Add oil to pan; swirl to coat. Add onion, mushrooms, and chicken; sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper. Saute 6 minutes or until chicken and onion are done.
3
Cook broccoli in microwave according to package directions for 3 minutes. Open package to release steam.
4
Combine milk and flour, stirring with a whisk or fork until smooth.
5
Stir milk mixture into chicken mixture in skillet.
6
Cook 2 minutes or until bubbly and thick, stirring frequently.
7
Stir in remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt, rice, and broccoli. Sprinkle with cheese.
8
Broil 1 minute or until cheese melts and just begins to brown.
9
Riff: Try ground beef in place of the chicken.
10
Riff: Not a fan of broccoli? Try cauliflower, spinach, green peas, carrots, or green beans instead.
11
Riff: In place of rice, use 3 cups cooked quinoa (1 cup uncooked).

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 (3 1/2-ounce) bags boil-in-bag brown rice, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 small onion, finely chopped (about 1 cup), 8 ounces presliced button mushrooms, and more.

Yes, Chicken, Broccoli, And Brown Rice Casserole falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Chicken, Broccoli, And Brown Rice Casserole

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