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This dish has worked its way into our normal dinner rotation. I lacked a good “chicken and rice” type recipe, and after trying several over the years, this is my #1 favorite. It’s very unique with the dill Havarti, which is what gives this dish most of its flavor (you can find dill Havarti in the deli with other specialty cheeses). The “crunch” on the top from the broiled cheeses is delicious. Adapted from this Food Network magazine recipe.
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Skillet Baked Vegetarian Chicken, Broccoli, and Rice Casserole with Dill Havarti
Ingredients
- 2 T butter
- 8 oz vegetarian chicken, your choice (I use Morningstar Farms Meal Starters Chicken Strips)
- 2 C frozen corn kernels
- 4 scallions, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 head of broccoli
- 1 cup of medium grain rice
- 1 tomato, chopped
- Salt and pepper
- 2 C vegetable broth
- 1/4 C sour cream
- 6 oz shredded parmesan cheese
- 5 oz dill havarti
Directions
Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Melt the butter in a large ovenproof skillet over medium heat. Add the vegetarian chicken strips and fry until warmed through. Add the frozen corn and cook until just beginning to brown. Add the garlic and about three-quarters of the scallions and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft, about 2 minutes. Add the broccoli, rice, tomato, 1 teaspoon salt, and pepper to taste; stir to combine.
Whisk the veggie broth and sour cream in a bowl, pour into the skillet and bring to a simmer. Stir in half each of the havarti and parmesan. Cover tightly with a lid or aluminum foil, transfer to the oven and bake until the rice is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed, about 20 minutes.
Turn on the broiler. Uncover the skillet and sprinkle with the remaining havarti and parmesan, then broil until golden, about 2 minutes. Sprinkle with the reserved scallions.