Description
Indulge in this comforting Best Ever Chicken and Rice Casserole that combines tender chicken, creamy sauces, fluffy rice, and gooey cheese for a hearty and satisfying meal that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup long-grain white rice, uncooked
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 1 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs or crushed Ritz crackers
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Prepare the sauce: In a large bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, chicken broth, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Combine ingredients: Stir in the uncooked rice and chopped onion. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- Assemble the casserole: Nestle the chicken breasts on top of the rice mixture and season with salt, pepper, and paprika. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the top.
- Add topping: Mix melted butter with breadcrumbs or crackers, then sprinkle over the cheese.
- Bake: Cover the dish with foil and bake for 45-50 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until chicken is cooked through and rice is tender.
- Rest and serve: Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes, then garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
- Use bone-in chicken thighs for extra flavor if preferred.
- Add frozen peas or broccoli for a veggie boost.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 135mg
