Chicken and Mushroom Casserole

2 T. margarine

10 oz mushrooms, sliced

1 1/2 T. flour

1/2 c. chicken broth, reduced sodium

1/2 half and half, fat free

2 c. water

2 T. parsley, dried

1/2 t. salt

1/4 t. pepper

2 c. rice, brown, instant uncooked

2 c. chicken, chopped (1/2 rotisserie)

cooking spray

2 T. Parmesan cheese


Preheat the oven to 350F. In a large skillet, heat the margarine over medium high until just melted.  Add the mushrooms and cook. Stirring occasionally, until softened about 5 minutes.  Sprinkle the flour on top and stir for 1 minute.  Stir in the broth and cream; simmer.  Stir occasionally until slightly thickened, about 3 minutes.  Stir in 2 C. water, parsley, salt and pepper.  Spray a 9x13 pan and spread the rice in an even layer; top with chicken.  Pour the mushroom gravy on top.  Cover with foil and bake until bubbly, about 35 minutes.  Remove the foil, sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, and bake for 5 minutes.


Makes 7-1 c. servings.


Nutrition Information:  210 calories; 6 g fat; 35 mg cholesterol; 220 mg sodium; 24 g carbohydrates; 1 g fiber; 16 g protein.


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