Quick Weeknight Zucchini and Rice Casserole with Turkey Bacon Delight
A comforting and fast recipe that brings together zucchini, rice, and turkey bacon for a delicious weeknight dinner.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 2 cups zucchini, diced
- 1 cup rice
- 4 slices turkey bacon, chopped
- 1 cup cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup onion, diced
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, cook the turkey bacon until crispy.
- Add onions and zucchini to the skillet and sauté until tender.
- Stir in the rice, chicken broth, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Transfer to a casserole dish and top with cheese.
- Bake in the oven for 20 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add Italian seasoning to the mixture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Quick Weeknight Zucchini and Rice Casserole, Zucchini Casserole, Turkey Bacon Recipe