So, I saw this chicken yellow rice casserole thing online and thought, why not give it a shot? Sounded simple enough, and my family loves rice.
I started by gathering all the stuff I needed. Of course, I had some chicken. I like chicken breast, but you can use whatever. And then there’s the rice. I am going to use yellow rice, because yellow rice is much tastier. You’ll need some spices and stuff to make it taste good.
Prepping the Chicken
First things first, I prepped the chicken. I rinsed it under cold water and patted it dry with some paper towels. Then, I cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
Cooking the Chicken
Next, I heated up some oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. I tossed in the chicken and cooked it until it was all golden brown. When the chicken is cooked, you can use a meat thermometer, that is ok. This took about 5-7 minutes. I seasoned it with some salt, pepper, and some garlic powder – just eyeballing it, really. Once it was cooked, I took the chicken out of the skillet and set it aside on a plate.
Making the Rice
Now, for the rice, I am using yellow rice. I added some broth to the skillet and brought it to a boil. Then, I poured in the rice and stirred it all together. I reduced the heat to low, covered the skillet, and let it simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the rice was cooked and the liquid was absorbed. Easy peasy.
Putting It All Together
Once the rice was done, I mixed in the cooked chicken. Then, I spread the mixture into a baking dish. I sprinkled some shredded cheese on top because, well, cheese makes everything better, right?
Baking Time
I popped the baking dish into a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) and baked it for about 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese was all melted and bubbly.
Serving It Up
Finally, I took the casserole out of the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving. It smelled amazing, and it tasted even better! The family loved it, and it was a hit all around.
- Total time: About 1 hour.
- Difficulty: Easy.
- Taste: Super yummy!
So, yeah, that’s how I made this chicken yellow rice casserole. It’s definitely going into my regular recipe rotation. Give it a try, and let me know what you think!
