Description
Cheesy Chicken and Rice Casserole is a must-try dish that combines tender chicken, creamy soup, and cheesy goodness for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup long-grain white rice, uncooked
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, uncooked rice, chicken broth, cream of chicken soup, frozen mixed vegetables, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly combined.
- Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with olive oil. Pour the chicken and rice mixture into the dish, spreading it evenly.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top of the mixture. If using breadcrumbs, sprinkle them over the cheese for added crunch.
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
- After 30 minutes, remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and the rice is fully cooked.
- Let the casserole cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add 1/2 teaspoon of cayenne pepper or diced jalapeños to the mixture.
- Substitute the chicken with cooked ground turkey or sausage for a different flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg