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Ina Garten’s Chicken Casserole Recipe – Easy and Delicious Recipe

Ina Garten’s Chicken Casserole Recipe – Easy and Delicious Recipe
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Ina Garten’s Chicken Casserole is a comforting and flavorful dish that is easy to prepare. This recipe combines tender chicken, nutritious vegetables, creamy cheese sauce, and fluffy rice for a satisfying meal the whole family will love.

Ingredients

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For the Casserole:

  • Nonstick cooking spray
  • 1 1/2 cups brown Minute Rice
  • 5 cups chopped broccoli florets (1 full head)
  • 1/2 medium yellow onion, finely diced
  • 2 medium carrots, finely diced
  • 1 1/2 cups frozen green peas
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 1/2 cups 2% milk
  • 8 ounces shredded cheddar cheese, divided
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground pepper
  • 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast
  • 1 ounce shredded parmesan cheese

Optional Substitutions:

  • Use gluten-free rice for a gluten-free version.
  • Substitute almond or oat milk for a dairy-free alternative.
  • Try vegan cheese if you’re avoiding dairy products.

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Prepare the Oven and Dish

    Preheat your oven to 375°F and coat a large ceramic casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray.

  2. Step 2: Layer the Ingredients

    Layer the bottom of the casserole dish with the brown Minute Rice, broccoli florets, diced yellow onion, diced carrots, and frozen green peas.

  3. Step 3: Make the Cheese Sauce

    In a small saucepan, combine chicken broth and 2% milk, and warm over medium heat. Reduce the heat to low, then stir in 6 ounces of shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Whisk until the cheese is fully melted into a smooth sauce.

  4. Step 4: Assemble the Casserole

    Pour the cheese sauce evenly over the rice and vegetables in the casserole dish. Toss gently to combine.

  5. Step 5: Add the Chicken

    Cut the boneless, skinless chicken breasts into 1-inch pieces and place them evenly over the rice and vegetable mixture, ensuring the chicken is well covered in the cheese sauce.

  6. Step 6: Bake

    Bake the casserole uncovered for 30 minutes. Sprinkle the remaining 2 ounces of shredded cheddar cheese and 1 ounce of shredded parmesan cheese on top. Bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until the top is golden and bubbly.

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Keywords: Chicken Casserole, Ina Garten, Easy Recipe, Comfort Food

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