Cheesy Chicken and Rice Casserole: A Comforting Family Favorite
A creamy and cheesy chicken and rice casserole that’s perfect for family dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup uncooked rice
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, mix together the chicken, rice, cream of mushroom soup, chicken broth, onion, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the mixture into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes.
- Remove the foil, sprinkle cheese on top, and bake for an additional 15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add your favorite vegetables.
- This dish can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator before baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Cheesy Chicken and Rice Casserole