Preheat oven to 350.
Arrange the dried rice in the bottom of a casserole dish. (8x12, 9x13) Evenly pour the tomato puree over the rice, covering all of it. Season the chicken strips with the Italian seasoning and a pinch of salt. Arrange over the tomatoes and rice. Scatter the torn mozzarella over the dish. Cover and bake for 45 minutes.
While the casserole bakes, combine the panko, melted butter, Italian seasoning and parmesan in a small bowl. Season with a tiny pinch of salt.
Remove the foil and flip the oven to broil. Cook until the cheese is browned and bubbly, only a couple of minutes.
Sprinkle the seasoned panko over the casserole, and broil for about a minute longer, until the panko is golden brown.
Garnish with fresh basil, and DISCOVER A NEW YOU.
And by that I mean, eat.
Serves four.
