This fresh spin on the classic chicken and rice casserole takes just 30 minutes to put together, thanks to purchased rotisserie chicken. A creamy sauce made from soft herb cheese with garlic and herbs makes it irresistible.
Prep: 30 minutesBake: 30 minutes
Ingredients
8 oz. dried orzo
1-1/2 cups 1-inch pieces fresh green beans (6 oz.)
1 whole roasted deli chicken
2 5.2-oz. containers semisoft cheese with garlic and herbs
1/2 cup milk
1-1/2 cups shredded carrots
2 Tbsp. snipped fresh Italian (flat-leaf) parsley
Directions
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 3-quart oval or rectangular baking dish; set aside.
2. Cook orzo according to package directions, adding green beans during last 3 minutes of cooking; drain. Meanwhile, cut chicken in 6 pieces; set aside.
3. In large bowl whisk together cheese and milk until combined. Add hot orzo mixture; stir until coated. Stir in shredded carrots. Spoon into prepared baking dish. Top with chicken pieces.
4. Bake, covered, 30 to 40 minutes or until heated through. Let stand 5 minutes. Sprinkle with parsley. Serves 6.
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