Hey there, friends!
Are you in the mood for a cozy, hearty dish? I’ve got just the thing for you!
Today, I’m sharing my favorite casserole recipe—without any cheese!
Yes, you read that right! It’s packed with flavor and super satisfying.
Perfect for dinner or meal prep, this dish is a win-win.
Let’s dive in and get cooking!
| Preparation Time | 15-20 minutes |
| Cooking Time | 60-70 minutes |
| Total Time | 75-90 minutes |
| Level of Difficulty | Medium |
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 8 ounces sliced mushrooms
- 1 chopped yellow onion
- 4 minced garlic cloves
- 3 chopped celery stalks
- 3 chopped large carrots
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder and onion powder each
- 1/4 cup gluten-free all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups non-dairy milk (such as full-fat coconut milk)
- 1.5 cups cooked basmati rice
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 pound cubed cooked chicken (rotisserie works well for this)
- 3 cups chicken stock
Step 1: Preheat and Prepare the Casserole Dish
Preheat your oven to 375ºF.
While the oven is heating, spray a 9×13-inch casserole dish with non-stick cooking spray to ensure easy cleanup later.
Step 2: Cook the Vegetables
Heat a large Dutch oven over medium/high heat.
Add olive oil, followed by chopped onion, garlic, celery, carrots, mushrooms, garlic powder, and onion powder.
Cook these ingredients for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are tender and fragrant.
Step 3: Thicken the Vegetable Mixture
Sprinkle flour over the cooked vegetables.
Use a wooden spoon to mix the flour with the vegetables evenly.
The flour will absorb any excess liquid.
Reduce the heat to medium and gradually add the milk, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens.
Remove the Dutch oven from heat once the milk has thickened.
Step 4: Combine Ingredients in the Casserole Dish
In your prepared casserole dish, add cooked rice, frozen peas, and cooked chicken.
Mix these ingredients together.
Then, pour the thickened vegetable mixture from the Dutch oven into the casserole dish.
Mix again to ensure all ingredients are well combined.
Step 5: Add Broth and Seasonings
Pour in the broth and season with salt and pepper.
Stir the mixture thoroughly to integrate all the elements.
Cover the casserole dish with tin foil to help retain moisture during baking.
Step 6: Bake the Casserole
Place the foil-covered casserole dish into the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes.
After 30 minutes, remove the tin foil.
Continue baking for an additional 30 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes or so to ensure even cooking and prevent sticking.
Step 7: Serve and Enjoy
Remove the casserole dish from the oven and let it sit for at least 10 minutes to allow the mixture to fully thicken.
It’s okay if there is still some liquid as it helps keep the dish moist, especially for leftovers.
Serve while warm and enjoy your hearty casserole!
