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Chicken Jasmine Rice Broccoli Casserole

Chicken jasmine rice broccoli casserole - the image shows a plate of food on a wooden table. the dish appears to be a casserole or risotto, with chunks of chicken and broccoli mixed in. the chicken is golden brown and looks crispy on the outside, while the broccoli is bright green and florets. the rice is fluffy and light brown, and the dish is garnished with a sprinkle of herbs. the plate is brown and has a textured surface. a fork is resting on the side of the plate.

A comforting and flavorful casserole combining tender chicken, fragrant jasmine rice, and nutritious broccoli baked in a creamy sauce. Perfect for a hearty family meal.

Ingredients

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2 cups cooked jasmine rice
1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
4 cups fresh broccoli florets
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 cup whole milk
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 cup unsalted butter
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon paprika
2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 4 minutes.
Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the chicken pieces to the skillet and cook until they are no longer pink in the center, about 6-8 minutes. Season with salt, black pepper, paprika, and dried thyme while cooking. Remove from heat and set aside.
Steam the broccoli florets until just tender, about 4-5 minutes. Drain and set aside.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until lightly golden, stirring constantly.
Gradually whisk in the chicken broth and milk, continuing to whisk until the sauce thickens and is smooth, about 5-7 minutes.
Remove the sauce from heat and stir in the sour cream until fully incorporated.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked jasmine rice, cooked chicken, steamed broccoli, and the creamy sauce. Mix well.
Fold in 1/2 cup of the shredded cheddar cheese and 1/2 cup of the shredded mozzarella cheese.
Transfer the mixture to the prepared casserole dish and spread evenly.
Sprinkle the remaining cheddar and mozzarella cheese evenly over the top.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and the cheese is melted and golden brown.
Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.