Sloppy American-Style Chicken Casserole
A delicious casserole with a gooey, meaty twist, inspired by Indian flavors. This dish is perfect for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
- ●1 pound chicken breastBoneless and skinless
- ●1/2 pound ground beef80/20 lean to fat ratio
- ●1 medium onionChopped
- ●3 cloves garlicMinced
- ●1 cup tomato pureeCanned
- ●2 teaspoons curry powderAdjust to taste
- ●1 teaspoon cumin powderAdjust to taste
- ●1 cup chicken brothLow sodium
- ●1 cup basmati riceUncooked
- ●1 cup shredded mozzarella cheeseLow-fat
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2
Cook the basmati rice according to package instructions.
- 3
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of oil over medium-high heat.
- 4
Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- 5
Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- 6
Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks.
- 7
Add the curry powder and cumin powder, and cook for 1 minute.
- 8
Stir in the tomato puree and chicken broth, and bring the mixture to a simmer.
- 9
Reduce the heat to low and let it cook while you prepare the chicken.
- 10
Season the chicken breast with salt and pepper, and cook in a separate skillet over medium-high heat until browned and cooked through.
- 11
Shred the cooked chicken with two forks and add it to the skillet with the meat mixture.
- 12
Stir in the cooked rice and shredded mozzarella cheese.
- 13
Transfer the mixture to a 9x13 inch baking dish and top with additional shredded cheese.
- 14
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.