Chicken Mushroom Casserole
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
1 hr
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Total Time
1 hr 10 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
342 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Chicken Mushroom Casserole
Description
Chicken Mushroom Casserole features bite-sized chicken breast pieces lightly browned before baking with a mixture that includes sautéed mushrooms and onions, seasoned with Italian herbs. Brown rice and white beans add texture and substance, absorbing the savory flavors throughout the 40-minute bake time. The oven cooking melds these ingredients together, producing tender chicken and fully cooked rice with a soft texture. A final garnish of chopped fresh parsley and shredded Parmesan cheese brings brightness and a slightly salty finish to the dish.
The casserole delivers a well-rounded meal suitable for lunch or dinner, with protein, vegetables, and grains combined in a single dish. It can be served as is or accompanied by a simple side salad for added freshness. The recipe’s flexibility allows the addition of other cheeses such as mozzarella or provolone, which can be sprinkled on top when unwrapping the foil for the final bake. This step adds mild creaminess and a golden crust to the surface.
For best results, ensure the foil covering is tight during most of the baking time to keep moisture in and promote even cooking of rice and chicken. Letting the dish rest before serving assists the flavors in melding further. Substituting rice or beans with similar grains or legumes would alter the texture and cooking times, so following the original ingredients yields the intended balance.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil divided
- 8 ounces chicken breast cut into bite sized pieces, boneless skinless
- ½ small onion diced
- 8 ounces mushrooms sliced
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 package brown rice Zatarain's® Parmesan Garlic
- 1 package White beans Zatarain's® Parmesan Garlic
- 1 ½ cups water boiling
- parsley for garnish, chopped, fresh
- Parmesan Cheese for garnish, shredded
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a 2QT casserole dish.
- Season chicken with Italian seasoning, salt & pepper to taste. Cook chicken in 1 tablespoon olive oil until lightly browned (it does not need to be cooked through). Remove from heat and add to casserole dish.
- Heat remaining oil in the same pan. Add onions and cook until softened, 2-3 minutes. Add mushrooms and cook until tender, about 4 minutes.
- Add mushroom mixture to casserole dish along with remaining ingredients (except garnish). Stir and cover tightly with foil or a lid. Bake 35 minutes or until rice is tender. Remove foil and bake 5 minutes more.
- Rest 5 minutes. Stir, garnish and serve.
Notes
- Add shredded mozzarella or provolone cheese after removing the foil for the final 5 minutes of baking for a cheesy topping.
- Tightly cover the casserole with foil while baking to ensure even cooking and moisture retention.
- Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes after baking to help flavors meld.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 342 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 342 | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 31g | 10% |
| Protein | 19g | 38% |
| Fat | 16g | 25% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 57mg | 19% |
| Sodium | 797mg | 33% |
| Potassium | 754mg | 16% |
| Fiber | 6g | 24% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 169IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 11mg | 12% |
| Calcium | 115mg | 12% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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