Delicious Cheesy Mushroom Rice Bake for Ultimate Comfort

This Cheesy Mushroom Rice Bake is a comforting dish featuring creamy cheese, tender chicken, and earthy mushrooms, perfect for family dinners.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 50

Resting Time 10

Total Time 1 15

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Bake

1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into bite-sized chunks
1 cup long-grain white rice essential for perfect texture
8 ounces cremini or button mushrooms
1 medium onion finely chopped
3 cloves garlic minced

For the Sauce

1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
1 cup heavy cream or lower-fat milk
2 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth

Equipment

Large Pot
separate saucepan
Baking Dish
aluminum foil

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a large pot, heat oil and sauté chopped onions and minced garlic for 3-5 minutes.
Add rice to the pot and toast for 2-3 minutes.
Add chicken broth, chicken chunks, and mushrooms, simmer for 5 minutes.
In a separate saucepan, melt cheddar and mozzarella cheese with heavy cream over low heat for 5 minutes.
Pour cheese sauce into the pot and mix thoroughly.
Transfer to a greased baking dish, cover with foil, and bake for 30-35 minutes.
Remove foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until golden.
Allow to rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 28gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Feel free to mix in veggies for added nutrition. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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