Cheesy Chicken and Rice Casserole: A Simple, Comforting Delight
A comforting and delicious 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: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup rice, uncooked
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup cream of chicken soup
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, uncooked rice, chicken broth, cheese, cream of chicken soup, and seasonings.
- Pour the mixture into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes.
- Remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, until cheese is bubbly and rice is tender.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add diced jalapeños.
- Feel free to substitute cooked sausage for chicken.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 15 grams
- Saturated Fat: 8 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 30 grams
- Fiber: 1 gram
- Protein: 25 grams
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
Keywords: Cheesy Chicken and Rice Casserole