Description
The Best Chicken and Rice Casserole is a comforting, all-in-one meal that combines tender chicken, creamy sauce, and fluffy rice. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this dish is easy to prepare and packs a flavorful punch with every bite. With its rich aroma and delightful taste, it’s sure to become a favorite at your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 cup grated cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp paprika
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly spray a 9×13 baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, mix uncooked rice, chicken broth, cream of mushroom soup, onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, and mixed vegetables until well combined.
- Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and fold them into the rice mixture until coated.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly.
- Cover tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes; remove foil during the last 15 minutes to melt the cheese on top.
- Allow the casserole to rest for about 10 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg