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Baked Chicken and Rice Casserole

Baked Chicken and Rice CasseroleHere is a quick and easy weeknight comfort meal your family will love. The "lite" cream adds luxury to this dish. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro for eye-appeal and additional complimentary flavor.

Recipe Ingredients:

2 cups cooked white rice
2 cups cooked, cubed chicken*
1 cup (4 ounces) shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese
1/2 medium onion, chopped
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
4 teaspoons MAGGI Granulated Chicken Flavor Bouillon
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 (7.6-ounce) can NESTLÉ Media Crema Ligera Lite Table Cream
1/2 cup lowfat milk

Cooking Directions:

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease 2-quart casserole dish.
  2. Combine rice, chicken, cheese, onion, cilantro and bouillon in large bowl; mix well. Add eggs, media crema and milk. Stir until combined. Pour in prepared casserole dish.
  3. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes or until bubbly and edges are golden. Serve warm with salad.

Makes 5 servings.

*Or substitute with leftover turkey.

Recipe and photograph are the property of Nestlé® and Meals.com, used with permission.