Description
Indulge in the heartwarming goodness of Creamy Chicken and Rice Casserole, a dish that combines tender chicken, creamy rice, and fresh vegetables for an irresistible family meal. This easy-to-make casserole is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, offering a delightful blend of flavors that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup fresh or frozen peas and carrots
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Sear in a skillet over medium heat for about 5 minutes per side until golden brown.
- In a large bowl, mix uncooked rice, chicken broth, and cream of mushroom soup until smooth.
- Layer the seared chicken in the baking dish. Pour the rice mixture over the chicken and top with peas and carrots.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for approximately 45 minutes. Remove foil in the last 10 minutes to melt cheese on top.
- Sprinkle cheese over the casserole before returning to the oven for the final baking stage.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: - For extra flavor, consider adding seasonal vegetables like broccoli or bell peppers. - Swap brown rice for white rice for a nuttier taste. - Add cayenne pepper for a spicy kick!