Cheesy Chicken and Rice Casserole
A comforting and easy-to-make casserole that combines creamy chicken soup, rice, vegetables, and plenty of cheese, perfect for weeknight dinners or family gatherings.
Ingredients
For the casserole
- 3 cans 10.5 ounce condensed cream of chicken soup Adds creaminess
- 1 cup chicken broth Provides moisture
- 2 cups uncooked Minute Rice Acts as the base, cooking while baking
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or chopped Adds protein and texture
- 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables Delivers color and nutrients
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder Enhances flavor
- 1 teaspoon onion powder Adds depth to the dish
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning Provides herbal notes
- to taste pepper For seasoning
- 1/2 cup chopped scallions Adds freshness
- 3 cups grated cheddar, divided Creates a gooey, cheesy topping
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F and position the rack in the middle.
- In a fairly large bowl, combine the cream of chicken soup and chicken broth, stirring until well blended.
- Grease a 9×13 casserole dish to prevent sticking.
- Into the greased casserole dish, add the uncooked rice, cooked chicken, frozen mixed vegetables, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, pepper, scallions, and one cup of cheddar.
- Pour the soup and broth mixture over the ingredients in the casserole dish, tossing everything together until evenly coated.
- Cover the casserole dish tightly with foil or its lid.
Baking
- Bake for 45 minutes.
- Carefully remove the casserole from the oven and remove the foil.
- Sprinkle the remaining cheese over the top.
- Return the casserole to the oven and bake uncovered for another 10-15 minutes.
Notes
Consider allowing the casserole to rest for a few minutes before serving. Try adding another layer of cheese on top before the final bake for an extra cheesy finish.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 25gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g
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