Brazilian Chicken Casserole
A delicious and easy-to-make casserole dish that combines the flavors of Brazil with the comfort of chicken and cheese. Perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
- ● 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighscut into 1-inch pieces
- ● 1 cup xtra fluffy Brazilian cheeseshredded
- ● 1/2 cup casserole creamoptional
- ● 1 onionchopped
- ● 2 cloves garlicminced
- ● 1 cup mixed bell pepperssliced
- ● 1 tablespoon olive oilfor cooking
- ● 1 teaspoon cuminfor flavor
Instructions
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1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
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2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
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3. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
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4. Add the sliced bell peppers and cook until tender, about 4-5 minutes.
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5. Add the chicken to the skillet and cook until browned on all sides and cooked through, about 5-6 minutes.
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6. Stir in the cumin and shredded cheese.
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7. Transfer the chicken mixture to a 9x13 inch baking dish.
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8. If using, drizzle the casserole cream over the top of the chicken mixture.
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9. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
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10. Serve hot and enjoy!