Best Zesty Chicken And Rice Casserole With Roasted Red Peppers Recipes

ZESTY CHICKEN AND RICE CASSEROLE WITH ROASTED RED PEPPERS

Zesty Chicken and Rice Casserole with Roasted Red Peppers image

Dinner ready in 30 minutes! Enjoy this zesty chicken and rice casserole with roasted red peppers - a hearty meal.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Entree

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

2 cups uncooked instant rice
1 (14-oz.) can ready-to-serve chicken broth
1 (9-oz.) pkg. refrigerated grilled chicken strips
1 (7 or 7.25-oz.) jar roasted red bell peppers, chopped
1/4 cup halved pitted kalamata olives
1/3 cup purchased Italian salad dressing
1 oz. (1/4 cup) shredded fresh Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

Cook rice in large saucepan as directed on package using chicken broth instead of water and salt.
Add chicken, roasted peppers, olives and salad dressing; mix well. Cover; cook over low heat for 5 to 10 minutes or until thoroughly heated, stirring occasionally. Pour mixture into ungreased 2 1/2-quart casserole. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
Broil 4 to 6 inches from heat for 1 to 2 minutes or until cheese is melted. Sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 420, Carbohydrate 46 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 900 mg, Sugar 3 g

EXOTIC CHICKEN AND RICE CASSEROLE

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Have you ever been eating chicken and rice and thought to yourself, "This is good, but I wish this was more exotic?" If so, you'll love this. This was inspired by many different recipes from many different places--which is why I chose this recipe name. Sprinkle this with red pepper flakes, if desired.

Provided by Chef John

Time 5h40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 26

Ingredients

⅓ cup plain yogurt
1 medium lime, zested and juiced
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon ground paprika
1 teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon ground coriander
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
¼ teaspoon ground white pepper
¼ teaspoon ground cardamom
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground allspice
1 (2 to 3 pound) whole chicken, cut into 8 pieces
1 pinch saffron
2 ¼ cups chicken broth, divided
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 ½ cups basmati rice
1 drizzle olive oil
salt to taste
½ cup plain yogurt
2 cloves garlic, crushed
2 tablespoons thinly sliced green onions
2 tablespoons finely chopped mint
2 tablespoons finely chopped cilantro
salt to taste
1 tablespoon water, or as needed

Steps:

Add yogurt, lime zest and juice, salt, paprika, cumin, coriander, cayenne, white pepper, cardamom, cinnamon, and allspice for marinade to a large mixing bowl; whisk to combine.
Make one or two slits into each piece of dark chicken meat, down to the bone. Add chicken parts to the yogurt marinade and toss very thoroughly. Wrap in plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator for 4 to 8 hours.
Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish.
Grind saffron in a mortar with a pestle. Pour in 1/4 cup chicken broth and stir to combine.
Combine unsalted butter and salt in a saucepan; pour in remaining 2 cups chicken broth and chicken broth-saffron mixture. Bring to a boil over high heat. Add basmati rice and stir to combine. Reduce heat to low, cover tightly, and let simmer gently for exactly 15 minutes; do not disturb while cooking. Turn off the heat and let rest for 10 minutes.
While rice is still hot, transfer into the prepared casserole dish. Use a fork to fluff the rice while gently spreading into an even layer. Place the chicken pieces, skin-side up, on top of rice. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt.
Roast in the center of the preheated oven until chicken is no longer pink in the centers and juices run clear, about 45 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh, near the bone, should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
While chicken is in the oven, mix yogurt, garlic, green onions, mint, cilantro, salt, and water together for sauce. Reserve in the refrigerator until needed. Serve chicken and rice on a plate and top with sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 362.1 calories, Carbohydrate 31.7 g, Cholesterol 71.5 mg, Fat 15.4 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 23.8 g, SaturatedFat 5.3 g, Sodium 1125.5 mg, Sugar 2.5 g

ZESTY ITALIAN CHICKEN AND RICE

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What more could you ask for- Light,easy, great tasting and a all-in-one dish meal! My entire family loves this recipe. It was passed to me by my Mom. The rice has such a wonderful flavor that I sometimes adjust recipe and make more rice. I also like to marinate the chicken in some italian dressing ahead of time. It really makes a difference. It adds extra flavor to the chicken.

Provided by JanV546

Categories One Dish Meal

Time 1h2m

Yield 4-5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

4 -5 chicken breast halves
1/3 cup Italian salad dressing
1 cup uncooked rice
1 (16 ounce) bag frozen carrots and broccoli mix
1 (2 7/8 ounce) can French-fried onions
2 cups chicken bouillon
1/2 teaspoon italian seasoning

Steps:

Place rice, 1/2 can french fried onions, and italian seasonings in 9x13 pan.
Pour bouillon over rice mixture.
Arrange chicken on top.
Pour salad dressing over chicken.
Bake covered at 400 degrees for 30 minutes .
Place vegetables around chicken, covering rice. Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes.
Top with remaining onions. Bake 1-3 minutes.