Description
This Creamy Chicken Rice Bake with Peas and Carrots is a comforting dish that envelops tender chicken and fluffy rice in a rich, creamy sauce. The vibrant peas and carrots add a pop of color and sweetness, creating a delightful balance of flavors and textures that will warm your heart.
Ingredients
- Chicken: 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
- Rice: 1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
- Vegetables: 1 cup frozen peas, 1 cup diced carrots
- Sauce: 2 cups chicken broth, 1 cup heavy cream, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon dried thyme, salt and pepper to taste
- Topping: 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken, uncooked rice, peas, and carrots.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, heavy cream, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the sauce over the chicken and rice mixture, stirring until well combined.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese and breadcrumbs evenly on top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the top is golden brown.
- Let it cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- This dish can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days before baking.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or a non-dairy milk alternative.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or broccoli for added nutrition.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: main-dish
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 25 grams
- Saturated Fat: 12 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 35 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 25 grams
- Cholesterol: 80 milligrams
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