Cheesy Chicken and Rice Casserole with Vegetables

Cooked chicken, dry rice, and vegetables bake in broth under a tight foil cover. Add the final cheddar layer only once the rice is tender.

Cooked chicken, dry rice, and vegetables bake in broth under a tight foil cover. Add the final cheddar layer only once the rice is tender.

Bone-in thighs and evenly cut potatoes roast on the same tray with paprika and herbs. Check each component separately so the chicken can rest while any firm potatoes finish.

A block of cream cheese turns into a smooth pasta sauce with garlic, Parmesan, and reserved cooking water. Low heat makes the coating easier to control.

Cut carrots to a similar thickness, then toss with olive oil and thyme before air frying. A fork test tells you when their centers are tender.

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Chicken, basmati rice, black beans, and corn bake together with salsa and cheddar. Check the rice and chicken before finishing the cheese uncovered.

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Broccoli joins the pasta near the end of the boil, then both are tossed with garlic oil and Parmesan. Add the optional chicken or seafood for a heartier meal.

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