Description
Indulge in this comforting Creamy Chicken and Rice Casserole for a satisfying meal that the whole family will love. Tender chicken, fluffy rice, and creamy sauces come together in a delicious baked dish.
Ingredients
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For the Casserole:
- 2 cups cooked chicken (shredded or cubed)
- 1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
- 2 1/4 cups chicken broth
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup frozen peas
- 1/2 cup diced carrots
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- chopped parsley (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Mix ingredients: In a large bowl, combine rice, chicken broth, soups, sour cream, seasonings, chicken, vegetables, and cheddar cheese.
- Transfer to baking dish: Pour the mixture into the dish and spread evenly.
- Add toppings: Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
- Bake covered: Cover with foil and bake for 50-55 minutes until rice is tender.
- Brown the top: Uncover, bake for an additional 5-10 minutes to brown the top.
- Rest and serve: Let it sit for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with parsley if desired.
Notes
- You can substitute cream of celery soup or a homemade cream sauce.
- Rotisserie chicken is a convenient option.
- Add a crunchy topping like crushed crackers or fried onions for extra texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of casserole
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 870mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
