Cheesy Chicken Mushroom Rice Bake 🧀🍗
Extra Nice Rice Recipe 🍚
Description: Make and share this Extra Nice Rice recipe from lovewithrecipes.com.
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
Recipe Category: Chicken 🍗
Keywords: Poultry, Rice, Vegetable, Meat, Weeknight, Oven, Less than 4 Hours, Easy
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 755.2
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 15.9g
- Cholesterol: 215.3mg
- Sodium: 1094.3mg
- Carbohydrates: 39.6g
- Fiber: 3.8g
- Sugar: 2.3g
- Protein: 69.3g
Ingredients:
| Ingredients | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Boneless skinless chicken breasts | 2 |
| Mushrooms | 2 |
| Frozen broccoli cuts | 1 |
| Evaporated milk | 2 |
| Dijon mustard | 1 |
| Cheddar cheese | 1 |
| Monterey Jack cheese | 1 |
| Rice | 1/2 |
| Salt | To taste |
| Pepper | To taste |
| Garlic powder | To taste |
| Oil | As needed |
Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Prepare the Chicken Mixture:
- Cube the boneless, skinless chicken breasts.
- In a 3-1/2 quart Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat.
- Saute chicken cubes until lightly browned, and season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
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Add Vegetables:
- Add mushrooms and frozen broccoli cuts to the Dutch oven.
- Cook for about 3 minutes until the mushrooms are softened.
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Incorporate Rice:
- Stir in the rice until evenly distributed among the chicken and vegetables.
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Prepare Sauce:
- In a separate bowl, blend together the evaporated milk and Dijon mustard until well combined.
- Pour the sauce over the chicken and rice mixture in the Dutch oven. Stir to combine.
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Top with Cheese:
- Sprinkle both cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese over the mixture, ensuring even coverage.
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Bake:
- Cover the Dutch oven with a lid.
- Place it in the preheated oven and bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
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Serve:
- Once baked, remove from the oven and let it cool slightly.
- Serve hot and enjoy your Extra Nice Rice with family and friends! 🎉
This delightful recipe combines tender chicken, flavorful mushrooms, and nutritious broccoli with creamy rice and a cheesy topping, creating a comforting and satisfying dish perfect for any weeknight dinner. With its simple preparation and delicious taste, Extra Nice Rice is sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection!
