Creamy Lemon-Dill Chicken & Rice Casserole
This creamy lemon-dill chicken and rice casserole is pure comfort in a bowl, bursting with the bright, fresh flavors of lemon and dill. Tender chicken and brown rice make it a satisfying, cozy dish everyone will love. Using microwaveable rice is a game-changer for convenience. It cuts down on prep time, ensuring the dish comes together quickly. Of course, if you have it, leftover cooked brown rice will work just as well.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon neutral oil, such as canola or avocado oil
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-size pieces
- 1 small yellow onion, chopped (about 1 cup)
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground pepper
- 2½ tablespoons all-purpose flour
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 cup lower-sodium chicken broth
- 1 (8.8-ounce) package microwaveable brown rice (about 2 cups)
- 2 tablespoons grated lemon zest (from 2 large lemons)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- ½ cup chopped fresh dill, divided, plus more for garnish
- 1 cup frozen peas, thawed
- ¼ cup half-and-half, warmed