Chicken, Thyme, and Rice Casserole

Ingredients:
1 stick of butter
2 onions, diced
2-3 cloves minced garlic
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper
1 tsp dried thyme
3-4 cups cooked rice
1 bag of frozen vegetable medley (1 lb.)
2 cups cooked chicken
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese


Preparation:
Melt the butter and caramelize the onions for about 10 minutes.

Add the garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper -- sautéing until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

In a 9x13 pan, combine the rice, frozen veggies, and cooked chicken. Add in the onion/butter mix, tossing well. If you are feeling frisky, sprinkle with additional thyme on top.

Bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes, until heated through. Sprinkle cheese and bake 5 minutes longer (total of 25 minutes).