Name: Citrus and Basil Filipino Chicken and Rice Casserole
Total time: 47 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Filipino
Ingredients: 500g chicken thighs; 1 cup rice; 1 onion, chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 cup carrots, diced; 1 cup peas; 1 cup chicken broth; 1/2 cup milk; 1/2 cup sour cream; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper; 1/2 cup shredded cheddar; 1 tbsp lemon zest; 1 tbsp fresh basil, chopped

Citrus and Basil Filipino Chicken and Rice Casserole

A bright and refreshing twist with zesty lemon and fresh basil, enhancing the creamy texture of the casserole.

47 minutes4 servings

Method

Before transferring to the baking dish, stir in lemon zest and chopped basil into the rice mixture.
Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). In a pot, cook rice with chicken broth until tender.
In a pan, sauté onion and garlic. Add chicken and cook until browned.
Stir in carrots, peas, milk, sour cream, salt, and pepper. Mix with rice.
Transfer to a baking dish. Top with cheddar. Bake for 20 minutes.
Before serving, check that the thickest part of the poultry reaches 74°C (165°F) with a food thermometer.

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