Description
This Chicken and Rice Casserole recipe is a comforting and hearty dish that’s perfect for a family dinner. Creamy and flavorful, this casserole is a crowd-pleaser and easy to make.
Ingredients
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For the Casserole:
- 2 cups cooked chicken (shredded or diced)
- 1 cup uncooked long grain white rice
- 1 (10.5-ounce) can cream of chicken soup
- 1 (10.5-ounce) can cream of mushroom soup
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 small onion (diced)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup frozen peas (optional)
- 1/2 cup frozen carrots or mixed vegetables (optional)
For Topping:
- 1/2 cup crushed Ritz crackers or breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the diced onion in olive oil until softened.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine rice, chicken, soups, chicken broth, sour cream, sautéed onion, seasonings, peas, and carrots if using. Mix well.
- Pour the mixture into the baking dish, cover with foil, and bake for 50–60 minutes until rice is tender.
- Remove foil, sprinkle with cheddar cheese, and bake for an additional 10 minutes.
- Combine crushed crackers or breadcrumbs with melted butter, sprinkle over the top of the casserole, and broil for 2–3 minutes until golden brown.
- Let the casserole rest for 5–10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- You can use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- Brown rice can be substituted but adjust baking time and liquid.
- Enhance flavor with fresh herbs like parsley or thyme.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg