HEARTY CHICKEN BAKE
A great go-to when food supplies at my house are dwindling. It's also easy to change up the ingredients depending on taste preferences.
Provided by K J
Categories Chicken
Time 1h
Number Of Ingredients 32
Steps:
- 1. RICE PREP
- 2. Bring chicken stock to a boil over medium high heat in a large sauce pan. Stir in rice, bring to a boil then cover and turn heat to low.
- 3. Let simmer for 15 minutes. Turn off heat and let rest, covered, for a minimum of 5 minutes, but preferably until ready to use.
- 4. Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease an 11x15" baking dish.
- 5. MEAT PREP
- 6. While rice is cooking: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add mushrooms and cook, stirring for about 3 minutes, or until they start to brown slightly.
- 7. Turn burner to medium high and add chicken and seasonings, stirring to mix and spreading into a single layer. Allow to cook undisturbed for about 3 minutes, or until the bottom of the chicken is lightly browned.
- 8. Add in the onion and half of the bell pepper and cook, stirring occasionally until the chicken is fully cooked, about 3-5 minutes. Turn off heat and set aside.
- 9. CREAMY SOUP BASE
- 10. While chicken and rice are resting: In a large mixing bowl, combine soups, mayonnaise, 3½ cups of cheese and seasonings and mix thoroughly.
- 11. To the bowl, add the celery, broccoli, asparagus and remainder of the the bell pepper, and chicken mixture, stir well to combine.
- 12. Add rice and chicken mixture to the bowl and mix gently to combine. Dump the contents into the baking dish and spread evenly.
- 13. TOPPING
- 14. Sprinkle with remaining ½ cup of cheese and top evenly with the crushed Ritz crackers.
- 15. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until the top is golden brown and crunchy. Let sit for at least 5 minutes and enjoy :)
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Idowu fodilu Olaitan
[email protected]I'm not sure about this recipe. It seems like it would be a lot of work.
Kamala Acharya
[email protected]This recipe looks delicious! I can't wait to try it.
Ayaz Ali
[email protected]I tried this recipe and it was just okay. The chicken was a little dry and the vegetables were not very flavorful. The sauce was also a bit too salty for my taste. I think I will try a different recipe next time.
Wally Needham
[email protected]This recipe was a disappointment. The chicken was dry and the vegetables were overcooked. The sauce was bland and the cheese was rubbery. I will not be making this again.
Naiem Official
[email protected]This chicken bake was a lifesaver on a busy weeknight! It was so easy to make and it turned out delicious. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the vegetables were tender. The sauce was flavorful and the cheese was melted and gooey. My family loved i
Afruza Doly
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of chicken, but this recipe changed my mind! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the vegetables were tender. The sauce was flavorful and the cheese was melted and gooey. I will definitely be making this again.
Surya Gurung
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the end result was delicious! The chicken was cooked to perfection and the vegetables were tender. The sauce was flavorful and the cheese was melted and gooey. I will definitely be making this again.
Amaan Hashmi
[email protected]This hearty chicken bake was a hit with my family! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the vegetables were perfectly cooked. I loved the combination of flavors, and the cheesy topping was the perfect finishing touch.
Rajbir Roy
[email protected]This chicken bake was amazing! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. The sauce was flavorful and the cheese was melted and gooey. I will definitely be making this again.
MD GEAM
[email protected]I highly recommend this chicken bake recipe! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the vegetables were tender. The sauce was flavorful and the cheese was melted and gooey. I will definitely be making this again.
Daniel McIntosh
[email protected]This chicken bake was a hit with my family! Everyone loved the tender chicken and the flavorful vegetables. The cheesy topping was the perfect finishing touch.
MD Juman
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the end result was amazing! The chicken was cooked to perfection and the vegetables were tender. The sauce was flavorful and the cheese was melted and gooey. I will definitely be making this again.
Marwina Benedicto
[email protected]This chicken bake was delicious! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. I loved the combination of flavors.
Ahmed Ddm
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The chicken is always cooked perfectly and the vegetables are tender. The sauce is flavorful and the cheese is melted and gooey. I highly recommend this recipe!
Melvin Puang
[email protected]This is my new favorite chicken recipe! It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfectly. The chicken is always tender and juicy, and the vegetables are cooked to perfection. I love the cheesy topping too.
Mehar Sadam
[email protected]I made this recipe last night and it was delicious! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the vegetables were tender. The sauce was flavorful and the cheese was melted and gooey. I will definitely be making this again.
Pawan Patel
[email protected]This chicken bake was a hit with my family! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the vegetables were perfectly cooked. I loved the combination of flavors, and the cheesy topping was the perfect finishing touch.