Ask Leah! The Ingles Dietitian
Partner content: Rice Alternatives
Question: My husband’s favorite dish is a Cheddar Chicken with broccoli and rice casserole. Are there better choices with rice to make this healthier?
Answer: While you could certainly substitute brown rice or quinoa or even cauliflower “rice” for the white rice in this casserole, this may make the dish a bit disappointing for your husband. A better strategy may be to increase the broccoli just a bit, have a little less cheddar sauce, and enjoy a slightly smaller portion of this favorite dish that isn’t eaten every day anyway!
Leah McGrath, RDN, LDN
Ingles Markets Corporate Dietitian
