Rice and Chicken Bake Recipe
Creamy, cheesy, and loaded with tender chicken, this Rice and Chicken Bake is an easy, comforting dish the whole family will love. Perfect for weeknight dinners or make-ahead meals.
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Ingredients
2 cups Rice cooked
1 cup Chicken cooked
1 cup Milk
2 tbsp Melted Butter
2 Eggs hard boiled
1 cup Cheese grated
1 Egg
1 tbsp Parsley
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 180°C.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups cooked rice, 1 cup cooked chicken (shredded or diced), 1 cup grated cheese, 2 chopped hard-boiled eggs, 1 tbsp chopped parsley, and 2 tbsp melted butter.
- In a separate bowl, beat 1 egg and mix it with 1 cup milk.
- Transfer the rice mixture to an ovenproof dish and spread it evenly.
- Pour the egg and milk mixture over the rice mixture.
- Sprinkle a little extra grated cheese over the top.
- Bake for 1 hour, or until the bake is set and golden brown on top.
- Serve hot with vegetables or a fresh salad.
Hints & Tips
- Use leftover chicken – This recipe is perfect for using up roast chicken or cooked chicken from another meal.
- Add vegetables – Mix in peas, corn, or diced carrots for extra flavour and nutrition.
- Cheese choice – A strong cheddar or a mix of cheeses will give the bake a richer flavour.
- Make ahead – Prepare the dish earlier in the day, cover, refrigerate, and bake when ready to serve.
- Top with breadcrumbs – For a crunchy topping, mix breadcrumbs with a little melted butter and sprinkle over before baking.
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