High Protein Chicken and Rice Casserole
A hearty and nutritious high protein chicken and rice casserole packed with tender chicken breast, brown rice, and vegetables, perfect for a satisfying and healthy meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 60 minutes
- Yield: 6
Ingredients
2 cups cooked brown rice
1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
1 cup plain Greek yogurt
1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
1 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup frozen peas
1 cup chopped carrots
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Add the chicken pieces to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes until lightly browned and no longer pink inside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked brown rice, sautéed chicken with onions and garlic, frozen peas, chopped carrots, low-fat cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, chicken broth, dried thyme, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
Transfer the mixture to a greased 9×13 inch casserole dish and spread evenly.
Sprinkle shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the casserole.
Cover the casserole dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake uncovered for an additional 10-15 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove from the oven and let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving.