Pioneer Woman Chicken Rice Casserole with Turkey Bacon Twist
A delicious twist on a classic comfort food, this casserole combines chicken, rice, and turkey bacon for a hearty meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup brown rice
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked chicken, brown rice, chicken broth, turkey bacon, cheddar cheese, peas, onion, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish.
- Bake for 45 minutes or until the rice is tender and the cheese is bubbly.
- Let it rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a creamier texture, consider adding a can of cream of chicken soup.
- Customize with your favorite vegetables like bell peppers or broccoli.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg