Weeknight Chicken and Rice Casserole

Weeknight Chicken and Rice Casserole

Time to Table:
< 30 minutes
Contains:
wheat, treenuts, peanuts, eggs, soy
Servings:
6
Quick Weeknight Meal

This hearty and delicious casserole might become your family’s new favorite comfort food! Tender chicken and brown rice add great flavor, while green peas add a pop of color. This recipe requires minimal prep work and is perfect for a weeknight dinner in a hurry.

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How to Make It

Ingredients

  • 3 cups cooked brown rice
  • 1 10-ounce package frozen green peas
  • 2 cups cooked chicken pieces
  • ½ cup light mayonnaise
  • ⅓ cup slivered almonds or chopped peanuts (optional)
  • 2 teaspoons low-sodium soy sauce
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • Vegetable cooking spray

Preparation

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2
Combine rice, peas, chicken, mayonnaise, almonds, soy sauce, pepper, and garlic powder in a bowl.
3
Transfer to a 3-quart baking dish with cooking spray.
4
Cover and bake for 15 to 20 minutes.
Recipe Tips

To make allergen friendly, swap out the ingredients to fit your family’s needs. For example, use coconut aminos or gluten-free soy sauce to make wheat- and gluten-free, and swap peanuts with tree nuts to accommodate nut allergies.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

Calories:
 
302
Protein:
 
20.6g
Carbohydrate:
 
34g
Fat:
 
9.2g
Sodium:
 
165.6mg
Fiber:
 
4.7g
Calcium:
 
43.6mg
Iron:
 
2mg
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