Company Casserole

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Servings: 4 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A creamy, slow-cooked rice and chicken dish with mushrooms and almonds, perfect for entertaining.
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Company Casserole

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4 Calories: 283.8

Description

This Company Casserole is a comforting, slow-cooked main dish that combines tender converted rice with savory chicken broth, soy sauce, and earthy mushrooms. The richness of melted butter blends seamlessly with the umami depth of the sauce, creating a luxurious texture that is both hearty and elegant. Finished with a sprinkle of toasted slivered almonds and fresh green onions, this dish offers a delightful crunch and vibrant color contrast. It is an ideal centerpiece for dinner parties or family gatherings, requiring minimal active preparation while delivering maximum flavor. The long, gentle cooking process ensures the rice absorbs all the savory juices, resulting in a cohesive and satisfying meal that tastes like it came straight from a professional kitchen.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Melt butter or margarine in a small saucepan over low heat or in the microwave.
  2. Place raw converted rice in the bottom of a slow cooker.
  3. Pour melted butter over the rice and stir until the grains are thoroughly coated.
  4. Add chicken broth, cut-up cooked chicken, drained sliced mushrooms, and soy sauce to the slow cooker.
  5. Stir the mixture well to combine all ingredients evenly.
  6. Reserve 2 tablespoons of chopped green onions and all slivered almonds for garnish.
  7. Add the remaining green onions to the casserole and stir once more.
  8. Cover the slow cooker and cook on Low for 7 to 9 hours, or on High for 3 to 4 hours.
  9. Just before serving, sprinkle the reserved slivered almonds and green onions over the top.
  10. Serve warm and enjoy.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 283.8kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 20.9g33%
Saturated Fat 6.7g34%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 308.2mg13%
Total Carbohydrate 21.3g8%
Dietary Fiber 0.3g2%
Sugars 0.0g
Protein 2.1g5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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