Cheesy Chicken Broccoli and Rice Casserole

Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Season chicken thighs with garlic pepper seasoning, onion powder, paprika, cayenne, and salt.
  2. 2Add olive oil and mix until evenly coated.
  3. 3In a pan, add butter.
  4. 4Cook the chicken thighs on each side for about 5 to 7 minutes until they are golden brown.
  5. 5Take the chicken off the heat and set aside.
  6. 6Add garlic to the same pan, mix well.
  7. 7Deglaze the pan with chicken broth, making sure to scrape all the brown bits from the bottom.
  8. 8Add cream of chicken with herb.
  9. 9Add heavy cream to the same can and pour it into the pan.
  10. 10Mix until evenly incorporated.
  11. 11Add freshly grated cheddar cheese and Boursin cheese.
  12. 12Top with sour cream and season with the same seasonings used for the chicken.
  13. 13Mix until it has a nice thick consistency.
  14. 14Add broccoli to salted water.
  15. 15Take the broccoli out and put it into an ice bath to stop the cooking process.
  16. 16Chop up the chicken and broccoli into desired size pieces.
  17. 17In a bowl, add cooked rice, chopped broccoli, and chopped chicken pieces.
  18. 18Cover with the cheese sauce and mix it up really good for even distribution.
  19. 19Add a bottom layer to a baking dish.
  20. 20Top with cheddar cheese.
  21. 21Add another layer of the mixture, smooth it out.
  22. 22Top with more cheddar cheese, ensuring it's even on top.
  23. 23Add to an oven at 375 degrees Fahrenheit for about 25 to 30 minutes.
  24. 24Garnish with paprika and parsley.

Ingredients

  • chicken thighs
  • garlic pepper seasoning
  • onion powder
  • paprika
  • cayenne
  • salt
  • olive oil
  • butter
  • garlic
  • chicken broth
  • 1 can cream of chicken with herb
  • heavy cream
  • cheddar cheese
  • boursin cheese
  • sour cream
  • broccoli
  • cooked rice

Equipment

pantongsspatulapotcolandercutting boardknifebowlbaking dishgrateroven

Tips

  • Always taste along the way to make sure it's right.