Description
A comforting and flavorful casserole that features tender chicken, creamy rice, and the rich taste of caramelized onions topped with melted cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup long-grain white rice (uncooked)
- 2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Caramelize the Onions – Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the thinly sliced onions and cook slowly, stirring often until golden brown and fragrant, about 20–25 minutes.
- Prepare the Baking Dish – Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. Spread the uncooked rice evenly across the bottom of the dish and sprinkle with garlic powder, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Add the Chicken and Broth – Place the chicken breasts directly over the rice. Pour the beef broth and chicken broth evenly over everything. Spoon the caramelized onions over the chicken.
- Bake – Cover the dish tightly with foil and bake for 45–50 minutes until the rice is tender and the chicken is fully cooked.
- Add the Cheese – Remove the foil and sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan over the top. Return the dish to the oven, uncovered, for 10–15 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Let it rest for about 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- This dish can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator before baking.
- You can substitute different types of cheese based on your preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Oven
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg