Dottie'S Zucchini, Chicken, And Rice Casserole

Name: Dottie'S Zucchini, Chicken, And Rice Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided; 2 cups onions, chopped; 1 garlic clove, minced; 3 cups zucchini, diced; 2 cups mushrooms, sliced; 3 cups cooked chicken, diced; 1 cup white rice or 1 cup brown rice, uncooked; 2 1/2 cups chicken broth or 2 1/2 cups water; 1 1/2 teaspoons fresh thyme or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme; 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary; 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated; salt and pepper; 2 cups tomatoes, chopped; 1/2 teaspoon chili powder

Servings: persons

4 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
2 cups onions, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
3 cups zucchini, diced
2 cups mushrooms, sliced
3 cups cooked chicken, diced
1 cup white rice or 1 cup brown rice, uncooked
2 1/2 cups chicken broth or 2 1/2 cups water
1 1/2 teaspoons fresh thyme or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
salt and pepper
2 cups tomatoes, chopped
1/2 teaspoon chili powder

1
Preheat oven to 350*.
2
Heat 3 tablespoons of the oil in a large sautee pan and saute 1 cup of the onions with the garlic for 2 minutes.
3
Add the zucchini and mushrooms and saute for 3 minutes more.
4
Combine the vegtables with the cooked chicken, rice, broth, spices, and cheese. Mix and season to taste with salt and pepper.
5
Place mixture in a greased 9 x 13 baking dish.
6
Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil and saute the remaining cup of onions for 3 minutes, then add the tomatoes and chili powder. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
7
Spoon the topping over the rice and chicken mixture.
8
Bake for 1 hour.

1064

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

120

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided, 2 cups onions, chopped, 1 garlic clove, minced, 3 cups zucchini, diced, and more.

Yes, Dottie'S Zucchini, Chicken, And 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!