Rice casserole with chicken and béchamel sauce

4 servings

60 minutes

Rice casserole with chicken and béchamel sauce is a delicate and aromatic dish from European cuisine. It combines the softness of baked rice, the juiciness of chicken meat, and the velvety texture of classic béchamel sauce. The sauce, made from butter, flour, and milk, gives the casserole a creamy tenderness and rich flavor. This dish is perfect for family dinners or festive tables due to its heartiness and refined taste. The casserole pairs wonderfully with vegetables and fresh herbs, while its creamy consistency makes each bite a delight. Easy to prepare and elegant in presentation, it pleases both home cooking enthusiasts and gourmets.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 709.8
• Proteins: 28.7g
• Fats: 25.9g
• Carbohydrates: 92.1g

Ingredients

• Chicken legs: 2 pc
• Rice: 2 glass
• Milk: 500 ml
• Butter: 50 g
• Wheat flour: 80 g
• Salt: to taste
• Ground black pepper: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Fry the chicken thighs in a pan, remove the meat from the bone, and cut into small pieces.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken legs: 2 pieces

2. Place the meat in a baking dish, add cooked stewed rice, and pour everything with béchamel sauce.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken legs: 2 pieces
   • Rice: 2 glasss
   • Milk: 500 ml

3. To prepare béchamel sauce, melt butter in a pan, add flour. Stir and gradually add milk to avoid lumps. Add salt and pepper.

   Required ingredients:

   • Butter: 50 g
   • Wheat flour: 80 g
   • Milk: 500 ml
   • Salt:  to taste
   • Ground black pepper:  to taste

4. Mix everything and bake in the oven for 10-15 minutes.