Chicken and Rice Casserole
Indulge in the comforting goodness of our Chicken and Rice Casserole, a dish that brings warmth to your dinner table. With tender chicken, creamy rice, and a golden-brown cheese topping, this casserole is perfect for cozy family dinners or busy weeknights. Easy to prepare and customizable with your favorite vegetables, it’s sure to become a staple in your home.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (diced)
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 1 medium onion (finely chopped)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables
- 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil or butter. Sauté chopped onions until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add diced chicken to the skillet; cook until no longer pink.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cooked chicken, rice, chicken broth, cream of mushroom soup, garlic powder, mixed vegetables, salt, and pepper.
- Transfer the mixture into the greased baking dish and spread evenly.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil, sprinkle cheese on top, then bake uncovered for an additional 15 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ~1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg