"Cheesy Zucchini Chicken and Rice Bake...made entirely in one pot in under an hour using healthy vegetables and herbs...so darn easy, and so darn delicious!..."
INGREDIENTS
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2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
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3 small/medium zucchini, chopped
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kosher salt and black pepper
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1 yellow onion, chopped
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2 cloves garlic, minced or grated
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1 pound boneless chicken breasts, cut into cubes
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2 tablespoons salted butter
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1 1/2 cups basmati or jasmine rice
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1/2 cup dry orzo pasta ((use gluten free if needed))
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2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
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3 cups low sodium chicken broth
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1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (more or less to taste)
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3/4 cup shredded Havarti cheese
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3/4 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
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2-4 tablespoons everything bagel spice ((optional))
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1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
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fresh basil, for serving