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French Onion Chicken Rice Bake

A comforting dish featuring tender chicken, creamy rice, and rich cheese, all baked until golden and bubbling. Perfect for using up leftovers and ideal for family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 450

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 2 pieces Chicken breasts Diced, cooked chicken works well.
  • 2 cups Onions Sliced for caramelization.
  • 2 cups Rice Cooked rice.
  • 1 cup Cream Heavy cream for richness.
  • 1 cup Gruyère cheese or Swiss cheese Grated for topping.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter For caramelizing the onions.
  • 2 cups Chicken broth Low-sodium preferred.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Thyme Dried or fresh.

Method

Preparation

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add sliced onions and cook until golden brown and sweet.
  • In a large bowl, mix together cooked rice, caramelized onions, diced cooked chicken, cream, chicken broth, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  • Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish. Top with grated Gruyère or Swiss cheese.

Baking

  • Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and golden brown.

Serving

  • Serve hot, and enjoy with a fresh salad or roasted vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 28gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

For added flavor, season the chicken with salt and pepper before cooking. Make sure the onions are fully caramelized for the best taste. Use pre-cooked chicken and instant rice for quicker preparation if in a hurry.
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