Ultimate Cheesy Chicken and Rice Casserole Proper Comfort

Ultimate Cheesy Chicken and Rice Casserole Proper Comfort

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Craving the Ultimate Cheesy Chicken and Rice This familyfriendly casserole is total comfort food Easy weeknight dinner ready in an hour Get the recipe

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Ingredients

  • 1.4 kg (3 pounds) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 2.5cm (1-inch) cubes
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped (approx. 120g)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup (approx. 200g) long-grain white rice, uncooked
  • 2 cups (475ml) chicken broth (low sodium preferred)
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • ½ tsp dried rosemary
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 6 tbsp (85g) unsalted butter
  • 6 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 3 cups (710ml) whole milk
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 450g (1 pound) cheddar cheese, shredded, divided (about 3 cups)
  • 225g (8 ounces) Monterey Jack cheese, shredded (about 2 cups)
  • ½ cup (approx. 50g) panko breadcrumbs
  • 2 tbsp melted butter

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