Cheesy Broccoli and Chicken
GF
Apr 12, 2022
by Will
PREP
20 mins
COOK
1 hr 20 mins
MAKES
4 sandwiches
Chicken and broccoli sit on a bed of cheesy rice. While most casseroles are pale and soggy, this casserole retains distinct layers.
Ingredients
Directions
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Preheat oven to 350F.
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Either render the skin or use a heavy tbsp of olive oil. Saute chicken on one side to brown, there should be fat left in pan. Remove chicken and set aside.
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Saute the onion and red pepper until a bit brown. Add rice and mix and add seasoning. Grease a 9x5 casserole dish.
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Add the rice and onion mixture, then 1 cup of cheddar, the broccoli (stems diced, heads chopped roughly) and chicken, top with the other cup of cheddar then pour the 2 cups of chicken broth evenly over the whole casserole.
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Tent with foil and bake for one hour, remove the top and bake an additional 15 minutes. Let rest 15 minutes before eating.
Note
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The middle cheese layer will dissolve into the rice and give it a really cheesy rice flavor. This is more of a dry casserole. If the rice in the middle is not fully done, add 2 tbsp of water in the middle and let it rest.