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Best Chicken and Rice Casserole

A comforting Chicken and Rice Casserole featuring tender chicken, flavorful vegetables, and creamy rice, perfect for busy weeknights.

  • Total Time: 75 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups Chicken, cooked
  • 1 cup Carrots
  • 1/2 cup Corn, frozen
  • 1 clove Garlic
  • 1/2 cup Mushrooms
  • 1 small Onion
  • 1/4 cup Parsley or chives
  • 1 cup Peas, frozen
  • 1/2 tsp Thyme, dried
  • 2 1/2 cups Chicken broth
  • 1 cup White rice, long grain
  • 1/4 tsp Black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 cup Crackers or breadcrumbs
  • 2 tbsp Butter
  • 1 cup Cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup Milk

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken, carrots, corn, garlic, mushrooms, onion, parsley or chives, peas, thyme, chicken broth, rice, black pepper, and salt.
  3. Transfer the mixture into a greased casserole dish.
  4. Top with crushed crackers or breadcrumbs.
  5. Dot the top with butter.
  6. Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes.
  7. Remove the foil, add cheddar cheese on top, and bake for an additional 15 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  8. Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

Use leftover rotisserie chicken for a quicker option. Feel free to mix in other vegetables like bell peppers or spinach for more flavor and nutrients.

  • Author: mehdilmh
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 60 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 48g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: casserole, chicken, rice, comfort food, family meal