Description
A baked casserole with tender chicken, cheesy rice, and a buttery RITZ cracker topping. Perfect for a hearty family meal with bold flavors and creamy textures, this easy American comfort dish combines protein, carbs, and dairy in one simple recipe.
Ingredients
1 lb (450g) chicken breast, skinless and boneless
1 cup (185g) uncooked long-grain white rice
1 cup (100g) baby carrots
2 tablespoons butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup (250ml) heavy cream
2 cups (200g) shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup RITZ Crackers, crushed or 1 cup crushed cornflakes
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Rinse the rice under water using a fine mesh strainer and set aside.
Dice the chicken breast into bite-sized cubes and season with salt and pepper.
Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the chicken without oil until golden and cooked through.
Add butter to the skillet and sauté garlic until fragrant.
Stir in the rice, cooked chicken, baby carrots, and heavy cream. Cook until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender.
Transfer the mixture into a greased oven-safe casserole dish.
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the chicken and rice mixture.
In a small bowl, crush the RITZ crackers and press them evenly over the cheese as a topping.
Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
For a vegetarian version, substitute butter with coconut oil or olive oil and use meatless chicken.
Leftovers reheat well and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free crackers or substitute with crushed cornflakes.
Add a pinch of paprika for a hint of warmth.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg