Description
A versatile and comforting casserole that combines proteins, cheese, and vegetables for an effortless weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken or ground beef, cooked
- 2 cups cooked pasta
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or a blend)
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Additional seasonings (garlic powder, Italian seasoning, etc., as desired)
- Cooking spray or oil for greasing
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine your choice of protein (chicken or ground beef), cooked pasta, cooked rice, cheese, and any desired vegetables.
- Season the mixture with salt, pepper, and any other preferred seasonings.
- Pour the mixture into a greased casserole dish.
- Bake in the oven for 30-40 minutes or until bubbly and golden on top.
- Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy leftovers!
Notes
Use leftovers to make this casserole even easier. For added crunch, consider a breadcrumb topping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: casserole, quick meal, easy dinner, family recipe, comfort food