BBQ Bacon Sushi Casserole
A comforting twist on classic BBQ and sushi flavors, this casserole combines tender rice, smoky bacon, and BBQ chicken for a unique family-friendly dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
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- 2 cups short-grain rice (or sushi rice)
- 8 strips of bacon
- 2 cups shredded BBQ chicken
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat for 8-10 minutes until crispy. Remove and cool, saving a teaspoon of the grease.
- Prepare the rice according to package instructions or use leftover rice.
- Mix the shredded BBQ chicken with 1 cup of BBQ sauce.
- Combine the cooked rice, BBQ chicken, and crumbled bacon in a large bowl.
- Layer half of the rice mixture in a greased 9×13-inch casserole dish.
- Top with 1 cup of BBQ sauce and sprinkle with cheese.
- Finish with the remaining rice mixture and drizzle more BBQ sauce on top.
- Bake covered with foil for 25 minutes, then uncover and bake for an additional 15 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
Feel free to customize with different sauces or vegetables for variations.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: BBQ, casserole, bacon, easy recipe
Find it online: https://hearthfulkitchen.com/one-pan-bbq-bacon-sushi-casserole/