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Mozzarella, Tomato and Basil Rice Casserole
Photo: Markus Spiske

Mozzarella, Tomato and Basil Rice Casserole

11 ingredients 2 steps fandom
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Estimated Nutrition (whole recipe, rough)

826
Calories
43g
Protein
49g
Fat
52g
Carbs
What these numbers assume — 9 portions →
Ingredient Portion assumed kcal
Rice 1 cup cooked (158g) white 206
Chicken 100g cooked 165
Vegetable 1 tbsp (14g) 120
Olive Oil 1 tbsp (14g) 119
Butter 1 tbsp (14g) 102
Mozzarella Cheese 1 oz (28g) 85
Tomato 1 medium (123g) 22
White Pepper 1 tsp ground (2.3g) 6
Basil 5 leaves fresh (2.5g) 1

Totals for the whole recipe, adding one typical portion per ingredient — listed above. Quantities in the recipe are not counted, so this is a rough guide only — not suitable for medical or dietary planning.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cups uncooked rice
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper
  • 5 1/2 cups chicken broth
  • 3 tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 pound mozzarella, cubed
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil
  • vegetable cooking spray
  • 1/4 cup butter
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Directions

1

Heat oil in large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add rice; cook and stir 3 to 5 minutes, or until golden brown. Add pepper and broth. Heat to boiling; stir once or twice. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.

2

In a large bowl, combine rice, tomatoes, cheese and basil. Coat 13x9x2-inch baking dish with cooking spray. Pour rice mixture into baking dish; dot with butter. Cover with foil and bake at 375 degrees for 25 minutes, or until heated through.

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