Swiss N’ Chicken Vegetable Marinara Rice Bake

Gluten Free
Health score
17%
Swiss N’ Chicken Vegetable Marinara Rice Bake
45 min.
8
369kcal

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Craving a comforting and flavorful dish that's both satisfying and easy to make? Look no further than this Swiss N’ Chicken Vegetable Marinara Rice Bake! This delightful casserole is a perfect way to use up leftover cooked chicken and transform it into a cheesy, veggie-packed meal the whole family will love.

Imagine perfectly cooked rice mingled with tender shredded chicken, vibrant mixed vegetables, and a rich marinara sauce infused with the aromatic flavors of garlic and onion. The secret ingredient? A generous blanket of gooey Swiss cheese, melting beautifully over the top to create a truly irresistible dish.

And the best part? This recipe is naturally gluten-free, making it a worry-free option for those with dietary restrictions. In just 45 minutes, you can have a hearty and wholesome side dish (or even a light meal!) ready to serve. Each serving clocks in at a reasonable 369 calories, balancing comforting indulgence with healthy ingredients. Whether you're looking for a quick weeknight dinner option or a potluck contribution that everyone will rave about, this bake is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. So, preheat your oven and get ready to create some culinary magic with this Swiss N’ Chicken Vegetable Marinara Rice Bake!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • cups brown white
  • large chicken breasts shredded cooked
  • 0.3 cup olive oil extra virgin 
  • cups vegetables mixed frozen
  • cloves garlic minced
  • 1.5 teaspoons kosher salt 
  • large onion diced finely
  • 0.3 cup parmesan cheese 
  • 26 ounce pasta sauce 
  • slices swiss cheese 

Equipment

  • oven
  • baking pan
  • dutch oven

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. and cook 2 cups dry rice according to package directions.
  2. Heat oil in large dutch oven over medium heat.
  3. Saute onions, cooking and stirring for 5 minutes, until tender.
  4. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
  5. Add rice, salt and pepper, stirring to combine. Stir in vegetables, pasta sauce, Parmesan, and shredded chicken.
  6. Transfer to 9×13 baking dish spreading evenly. Top with Swiss cheese and bake for 20 minutes, until cheese is melted and hot.

Nutrition Facts

Calories369kcal
Protein12.84%
Fat33.01%
Carbs54.15%

Properties

Glycemic Index
36.77
Glycemic Load
26.37
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
15.19347827752%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
0.94mg
Kaempferol
0.12mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
3.83mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:368.68kcal
18.43%
Fat:13.69g
21.06%
Saturated Fat:4.72g
29.49%
Carbohydrates:50.54g
16.85%
Net Carbohydrates:46.37g
16.86%
Sugar:4.17g
4.63%
Cholesterol:18.12mg
6.04%
Sodium:979.25mg
42.58%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:11.98g
23.96%
Vitamin A:2876.21IU
57.52%
Manganese:0.77mg
38.72%
Calcium:232.79mg
23.28%
Phosphorus:232.01mg
23.2%
Selenium:13.86µg
19.8%
Fiber:4.18g
16.71%
Vitamin E:2.46mg
16.43%
Vitamin C:12.92mg
15.66%
Copper:0.27mg
13.59%
Potassium:472.51mg
13.5%
Vitamin B6:0.26mg
13.12%
Zinc:1.79mg
11.94%
Vitamin B3:2.29mg
11.46%
Magnesium:45.72mg
11.43%
Vitamin B2:0.19mg
11.18%
Iron:1.85mg
10.28%
Vitamin B5:0.95mg
9.49%
Vitamin B12:0.55µg
9.19%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
8.28%
Folate:30.57µg
7.64%
Vitamin K:7.28µg
6.93%