Description
Chicken and Rice Casserole is the ultimate comfort dish that brings warmth and nostalgia to your dining table. With tender chicken nestled in creamy rice, this savory casserole is a delightful blend of flavors that makes every bite an experience worth savoring. Perfect for weeknight dinners or family gatherings, it’s easy to prepare and sure to impress your loved ones. Gather around, share stories, and enjoy the heartwarming essence of this timeless recipe.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then place them in the baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix the rice, cream of mushroom soup, chicken broth, mixed vegetables, onion powder, and garlic powder until well combined.
- Pour the mixture over the chicken breasts to ensure they are fully covered.
- Top with shredded cheddar cheese.
- Cover tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 45-50 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked.
- Let rest before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 casserole
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute brown rice but adjust cooking time as needed. Add any vegetables you have on hand or use leftover cooked chicken for extra convenience.