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Chicken and Rice Casserole

Ultimate Chicken and Rice Casserole for Cozy Family Dinners

A comforting Chicken and Rice Casserole that combines tender chicken, fluffy rice, and vibrant veggies for satisfying family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 3 cups Shredded Chicken Use cooked chicken, rotisserie works well.
  • 1 cup White Rice Can substitute with brown rice.
  • 2 cups Chicken Broth Vegetable broth can be used for a lighter option.
  • 1 cup Frozen Carrots and Peas Fresh veggies can be used as a substitute.
  • 1 medium Onion Optional but recommended for flavor.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced for sautéing.
  • 10.5 oz Cream of Chicken Soup Can use sour cream or cream cheese for variance.
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese Mozzarella or Monterey Jack are good substitutes.
  • 1 tbsp Butter or Oil For greasing and sautéing.
Optional Toppings
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Mix with melted butter for richness.
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Herbs Chopped parsley or thyme for garnishing.

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • large skillet
  • large mixing bowl

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. Melt butter or heat oil in a large skillet and sauté diced onion until translucent (3-4 minutes). Stir in minced garlic and sauté for another 30 seconds.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, uncooked white rice, and chicken broth. Add the cream of chicken soup and mix well.
  4. Stir in the sautéed onion and garlic mixture, along with the frozen carrots and peas. Fold in half of the shredded cheddar cheese.
  5. Pour the mixture into the greased baking dish and spread evenly. Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese on top.
  6. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 45-50 minutes, until the rice is tender.
  7. Remove the foil, switch to broil, and broil for 5-10 minutes until golden, watching closely.
  8. Let it rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This casserole is make-ahead friendly and can be customized with your favorite ingredients.

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