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Creamy Chicken and Rice Casserole

This comforting creamy chicken and rice casserole brings the warmth of home cooking. It's a perfect family meal that's easy to prepare and adaptable for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded Use rotisserie chicken or leftovers for best flavor.
  • 1 cup rice, uncooked You can swap some for quinoa or brown rice.
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup cream of chicken soup Can substitute with cream of mushroom soup.
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables Peas, carrots, and corn work well.
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • 1 cup shredded cheese Optional but highly recommended!

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken, uncooked rice, chicken broth, cream of chicken soup, milk, frozen mixed vegetables, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  3. Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish, spreading it evenly.
Baking
  1. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
  2. Remove the foil, stir to combine, and sprinkle cheese over the top if desired.
  3. Bake uncovered for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the rice is tender and cheese has melted.
  4. Let cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g

Notes

This casserole can be paired with a crisp green salad or crusty bread for a fulfilling meal. Storing: Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.

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