Almond Breeze Chicken, Broccoli, and Rice Casserole

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 cup uncooked long-grain rice
• 1 boneless, skinless chicken breast (8-10 ounces), cooked and shredded
• 1 head broccoli (1 pound), cut into florets
• 1 cup Almond Breeze Original Almond Milk
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped onion
• 1/4 cup chopped celery
• 1/4 cup chopped red bell pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

30-35 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion, celery, and bell pepper and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in the rice, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1 minute.
4. Add the Almond Breeze and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until all the liquid has been absorbed and the rice is tender.
5. Stir in the shredded chicken, broccoli, and Parmesan cheese. Transfer the mixture to a 9x13 inch baking dish.
6. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until heated through and bubbly.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 350 per serving
• Protein: 25 grams
• Carbohydrates: 30 grams
• Fat: 10 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Creamy and flavorful
• Packed with protein and vegetables
• Versatile dish that can be served as a main course or side dish

User Comments:

• "This casserole was absolutely delicious! The combination of chicken, broccoli, and rice was perfect, and the Almond Breeze gave it a subtle and creamy flavor."
• "I loved how easy this dish was to make. I only had to spend 15 minutes prepping it, and then I just popped it in the oven and forgot about it."
• "This casserole is a great way to get your vegetables in. My kids gobbled it up, and they didn't even realize they were eating broccoli!"

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't have cooked chicken on hand, you can use canned chicken or rotisserie chicken.
• You can use any type of rice you like in this recipe. Brown rice or wild rice would be great options.
• To make this dish vegetarian, simply omit the chicken and add an extra cup of broccoli or other vegetables.