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Creamy Chicken and Rice Bake

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A comforting classic dish that combines tender chicken, creamy sauces, and fluffy rice for a family-friendly dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups white rice
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup frozen peas and carrots
  • 1/2 cup diced onion
  • 1/2 cup diced celery
  • 1/2 cup diced bell pepper
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. Combine the white rice and chicken broth in a large mixing bowl.
  3. Pour the rice mixture into the prepared baking dish.
  4. Cook the chicken pieces in a skillet over medium-high heat until no longer pink.
  5. Add the frozen peas, carrots, onion, celery, and bell pepper to the skillet, cooking for 2-3 minutes.
  6. Mix together the mayonnaise, sour cream, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika in a separate bowl.
  7. Pour the mayonnaise mixture over the cooked chicken and vegetables.
  8. Spread the chicken and vegetable mixture over the rice in the baking dish.
  9. Sprinkle the cheddar and Parmesan cheese over the top.
  10. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
  11. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  12. Let cool for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

For healthier alternatives, use brown rice and Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise and sour cream.

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