Summer Squash Chicken Casserole

Name: Summer Squash Chicken Casserole
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup uncooked instant rice; 1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted; 1/3 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise; 1/3 cup fat-free milk; 4 cups cubed cooked chicken breast; 2 cups pattypan squash, halved; 1 small onion, finely chopped; 1 jar (2 ounces) diced pimientos, drained; 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 1/3 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Total Time Prep: 20 min. Bake: 30 min.

Yield 6 servings

Test Kitchen Approved

This rich and saucy casserole features tender pattypans in a comforting chicken and rice combination. Pair it with a salad for a family-friendly supper to feel good about.

Ingredients

1/2 cup uncooked instant rice
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1/3 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
1/3 cup fat-free milk
4 cups cubed cooked chicken breast
2 cups pattypan squash, halved
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 jar (2 ounces) diced pimientos, drained
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/3 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Directions

Cook rice according to package directions. In a large bowl, combine the soup, mayonnaise and milk. Stir in the chicken, squash, onion, pimientos, thyme, garlic powder, pepper and cooked rice.
Spoon into a 2-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30-40 minutes or until edges are bubbly and center is set.

Nutrition Facts

1 cup: 297 calories, 11g fat (3g saturated fat), 84mg cholesterol, 633mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 32g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat, 2 fat, 1 starch.

This rich and saucy casserole features tender pattypans in a comforting chicken and rice combination. Pair it with a salad for a family-friendly supper to feel good about.

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