Cheese Baked Rice
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this irresistible Cheese Baked Rice recipe! Featuring fluffy cooked white rice layered with a rich cream sauce, sautéed onions, and optional tender chunks of chicken, this dish is elevated by a blanket of bubbling cheddar and mozzarella cheeses baked to golden perfection. Infused with a touch of garlic, oregano, and finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this baked rice is perfect as a hearty main dish or a decadent side. Quick to prep and easy to customize, it’s ideal for weeknight dinners or a comforting gathering with family and friends. Try this cheesy baked delight today for a meal that’s as satisfying as it is simple to make!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Cooked white rice
- 1 cup Chicken breast (optional, diced)
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 1 medium Onion (finely chopped)
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 cup Cream or milk
- 1.5 cups Cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 1.5 cups Mozzarella cheese (shredded)
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoons Dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil or olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Parsley (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
If adding chicken, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the diced chicken breast and cook until golden brown and fully cooked. Set aside.
In the same skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté until fragrant and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Stir in the cream or milk, and season with salt, black pepper, and dried oregano. Let the mixture simmer for 2-3 minutes before removing it from heat.
In a large bowl, combine the cooked rice, cooked chicken (if using), and half of the shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheeses. Mix well.
Lightly grease a baking dish with butter or oil. Spread the rice mixture evenly across the dish.
Pour the cream sauce evenly over the rice and spread it gently with a spoon. Top with the remaining cheddar and mozzarella cheeses.
Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and golden brown on top.
Remove the dish from the oven and let it cool slightly. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Serve warm and enjoy your delicious Cheese Baked Rice!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3627 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 225.9 g | 290% | |
| Saturated Fat | 129.1 g | 646% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 858 mg | 286% | |
| Sodium | 5324 mg | 231% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 213.7 g | 78% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.9 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.6 g | ||
| Protein | 179.6 g | 359% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 2356 mg | 181% | |
| Iron | 13.2 mg | 73% | |
| Potassium | 1602 mg | 34% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
