Chicken and Rice Casserole
Chicken and Rice Casserole is the ultimate comfort food that warms both the heart and home. This creamy, cheesy delight features tender chicken, fluffy rice, and colorful vegetables, all baked to perfection. With a delightful golden cheese topping and the ability to adapt based on available ingredients, it’s perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings. Experience the nostalgia of home-cooked meals with every bite of this easy-to-make casserole that will have everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, corn)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, mix uncooked rice, chicken broth, cream of chicken soup, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Fold in diced chicken breasts and frozen vegetables until well combined.
- Transfer the mixture to the greased baking dish and spread evenly.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese generously over the top.
- Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes; then remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg