Tag: Parmesan

Cordon Bleu Casserole

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 Cup Long Grain Rice – Uncooked
  • 2 1/2 Cup Water
  • 2 Cups Rotisserie Chicken – Skin removed and diced
  • 16 oz Ham Steak – Diced
  • 1 Can Cream of Chicken
  • 8 oz Sour Cream
  • 1/2 Cup Chicken Broth
  • 2 Tbs Dijon Mustard
  • 8 oz Swiss Cheese Block – Shredded
  • 2 Tbs Parmesan – Grated
  • 2 Tsp Ground Black Pepper
  • 1/2 Tsp Onion Powder
  • 1/4 Tsp Cayenne
  • 13 Ritz Crackers – Crushed

Directions

  1. Rinse the rice in cold water until clear.
  2. In a small pot, bring the water to a boil.
  3. Add the rice to the boiling water, stir, cover, reduce heat, and simmer for 18 to 20 minutes.
  4. Remove the cover and fluff the rice with a fork or spoon.
  5. Pre-heat the oven to 350 degrees (F).
  6. In a 9 x 13 casserole baking dish or 3-4qt corning-ware, spread the rice out and let the rice cool for 10 to 15 minutes.
  7. Add the remaining ingredients, less the ritz crackers, and stir to combine well.
  8. Spread the crushed ritz crackers on the top of the casserole and bake, uncovered, for 30 to 35 minutes.
  9. Remove from the oven and let the casserole rest for 5 to 10 minutes. Serve and enjoy!!

Sloppy Gia

Ingredients

  • 1 Lb Ground Chicken
  • 1 1/2 Cup Marinara (or brand of your choice)
  • 1 Cup White Onion – Diced
  • 2 Tbs Tomato Paste
  • 1/4 Cup Parmesan – Grated
  • 1 Tbs Garlic – Minced
  • 1 Tbs Italian Seasoning
  • 2 Tbs Fresh Basil – Chopped
  • 1/2 Tsp Salt
  • 1/2 Tsp Ground Black Pepper
  • 6 Brioche Buns
  • Garlic Butter
  • Mozzarella – Shredded

Directions

  1. Pre-heat your oven to high broil.
  2. In a medium sauté pan, heat 1 Tbs of oil over medium heat.
  3. Place the chicken in the sauté pan, add the italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  4. While the chicken is cooking, break it into small pieces, add the onions and garlic, and cook through, about 7 to 10 minutes.
  5. Add the tomato paste and mix, cooking for another 2 to 3 minutes.
  6. Stir in the marinara, fresh basil, and parmesan. Bring to a simmer for about 2 to 4 minutes.
  7. While the mixture simmers, top both sides of the brioche buns with a spread of garlic butter and place them butter side up on an aluminum foil lined baking pan.
  8. Place in the oven on broil about 6 inches below the broiler, around the second tallest oven rack and toast the buns, about 2 to 4 minutes.
  9. Keep an eye on the buns to ensure they do not burn.
  10. Assemble your Sloppy Gia (think sloppy joe chicken parmesan style) by placing the cooked chicken mixture on the bottom of the bun, top with shredded mozzarella, and enjoy!