DOTTIE'S ZUCCHINI, CHICKEN, AND RICE CASSEROLE

Dottie's Zucchini, Chicken, and Rice Casserole image

Provided by janem123

Categories Rice

Time 1h15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
2 cups onions, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
3 cups zucchini, diced
2 cups mushrooms, sliced
3 cups cooked chicken, diced
1 cup white rice or 1 cup brown rice, uncooked
2 1/2 cups chicken broth or 2 1/2 cups water
1 1/2 teaspoons fresh thyme or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
salt and pepper
2 cups tomatoes, chopped
1/2 teaspoon chili powder

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350*.
Heat 3 tablespoons of the oil in a large sautee pan and saute 1 cup of the onions with the garlic for 2 minutes.
Add the zucchini and mushrooms and saute for 3 minutes more.
Combine the vegtables with the cooked chicken, rice, broth, spices, and cheese. Mix and season to taste with salt and pepper.
Place mixture in a greased 9 x 13 baking dish.
Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil and saute the remaining cup of onions for 3 minutes, then add the tomatoes and chili powder. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Spoon the topping over the rice and chicken mixture.
Bake for 1 hour.