CREAMY CURRIED CHICKEN-AND-RICE CASSEROLE

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Categories     Chicken     Rice     Vegetable     Bake     Sauté     Low Fat     Curry     Fall     Winter     Self

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup rice (try brown for an added fiber boost)
2 tsp canola (or corn) oil
1 cup chopped onion
2 tsp curry powder
3/4 tsp salt
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups skim milk
2 cups thawed frozen peas
4 carrots, peeled and chopped in 1/4-inch pieces
1 red bell pepper, cored, seeded and chopped in 1/4-inch pieces
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
2 cups chopped cooked chicken breast (or a 10-oz package cooked chicken breast)
1/2 cup cilantro, chopped
Vegetable-oil cooking spray

Steps:

  • Cook rice as directed on package. Preheat oven to 400°F. Over medium-high heat, sauté onion, curry, and salt in oil for 3 minutes. Stir in flour. Whisk in milk 1/4 cup at a time. Bring liquid to a boil and immediately reduce the heat and continue cooking, whisking frequently for another 6 minutes or until the sauce thickens. Combine sauce, cooked rice, peas, carrots, red pepper, lemon juice, chicken, and cilantro. Coat an 8" x 8" baking dish with cooking spray; transfer mixture to baking dish. Cover with foil and bake 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake 10 minutes longer.

Brian Nowak
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This casserole is delicious and easy to make. I highly recommend it!


Nishant Nepali
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I've made this casserole several times, and it's always a hit. It's a great comfort food for a cold night.


KingDemon
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This casserole is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the creamy sauce and the tender chicken.


Alejandro Espiritu
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I love that this casserole is so versatile. I've made it with different types of chicken, rice, and vegetables. It's always delicious.


Dhanushka Perera
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This casserole is perfect for a busy weeknight. It's easy to make and can be cooked in advance. I usually make it on Sunday and then reheat it for dinner during the week.


Garsaynee Vah
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I made this casserole in my slow cooker, and it turned out great! I just threw all the ingredients in the slow cooker and cooked it on low for 6 hours. It was so easy, and the casserole was delicious.


Crystaltiara Tupito
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This casserole is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I always have some leftover chicken in my fridge, and this is a great way to use it up. The casserole is also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


oduro Philip
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I'm not a huge fan of curry, but I really enjoyed this casserole. The curry flavor is mild and creamy, and it pairs perfectly with the chicken and rice. I will definitely be making this again.


Luna Paquin
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This casserole is easy to make and so delicious! I love that I can use any type of vegetables I have on hand. I've made it with broccoli, carrots, celery, and even spinach. It's always a winner.


Latonia thug Clarke
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I made this casserole for a potluck, and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it, and I got several requests for the recipe. I will definitely be making this again.


Saif Mansoor
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This casserole was a hit with my family! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I served it with a side of steamed broccoli, and it was the perfect comfort food for a cold night.