Difficulty
Average Recipe
Prep Time
25 minutes
Cook Time
1 hour 25 minutes
Servings
6

This creamy chicken and brown rice casserole is easy to make and perfect for hungry teenagers who need nutrient-dense meals. Simply pop it in the oven and return to tender chicken, perfectly cooked rice, and rich, comforting flavors. Other vegetables can easily be added if desired—try button mushrooms, leeks, or chopped winter squash. Serve the casserole with a large green salad or steamed vegetables for a balanced meal.

Ingredients
4 cups chicken stock
2 cups long grain brown rice
1 cups sour cream
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 medium onions chopped
4 celery stalks chopped
3 medium carrots chopped
1 teaspoons dried thyme
1 teaspoons dried marjoram
½ teaspoons dried basil
½ teaspoons black pepper
½ teaspoons onion powder
½ teaspoons garlic powder
1½ teaspoons Herbamare
2 pounds boneless chicken breasts
1½ cups grated sharp cheddar cheese

Garnish

¼ cups chopped parsley