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Chicken Rice Feta Casserole

A hearty Mediterranean-inspired casserole with chicken, rice, feta cheese, and vegetables, topped with golden breadcrumbs and baked to perfection.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 portions
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Comfort Food, Mediterranean
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cooked rice white or brown
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lb chicken breast sliced into strips
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 red bell pepper sliced
  • 3 cups fresh spinach or 1 cup frozen, thawed and drained
  • 1 cup feta cheese crumbled
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 0.5 cup chicken broth
  • 0.5 cup breadcrumbs preferably panko
  • 2 tbsp butter melted
  • 2 tbsp parsley fresh, chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking dish
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in skillet. Season chicken and cook until golden and cooked through. Set aside.
  2. Sauté onion, garlic, bell pepper, and spinach in same pan until softened.
  3. Mix cooked rice, vegetables, feta, half the mozzarella, and broth in a large bowl.
  4. Spread mixture into greased baking dish. Arrange chicken strips on top.
  5. Sprinkle remaining mozzarella and buttered breadcrumbs on top.
  6. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 25–30 minutes until bubbly and golden.
  7. Garnish with parsley and serve warm.

Notes

Great for meal prep. Freeze unbaked casserole for up to 2 months and bake when needed.