Gluten-Free Chicken and Rice Casserole

Ingredients

Chicken breasts

1.5 pounds, diced

Olive oil

2 tablespoons

Onion

1 medium, diced

Garlic

3 cloves, minced

Gluten-free all-purpose flour

1/4 cup

Gluten-free chicken broth

2 cups

Dried thyme

1 teaspoon

Salt

1 teaspoon

Black pepper

1/2 teaspoon

Frozen mixed vegetables

2 cups

Cooked rice

3 cups

Dairy-free cheese

1 cup, shredded

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced chicken and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
3. In the same skillet, add the diced onion and minced garlic, cooking until the onion becomes translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
4. Sprinkle the gluten-free all-purpose flour over the onion and garlic, stirring to coat evenly.
5. Gradually pour in the gluten-free chicken broth, stirring constantly to prevent lumps from forming. Cook until the sauce thickens, about 3-5 minutes.
6. Add the dried thyme, salt, and black pepper to the sauce, mixing well.
7. In a large baking dish, combine the cooked rice, cooked chicken, frozen mixed vegetables, and the prepared sauce. Mix well to ensure everything is evenly coated.
8. Sprinkle the dairy-free cheese evenly over the top of the casserole.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
10. Remove from the oven and allow to cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your comforting, gluten-free meal!