Description
Discover the ultimate comfort food with our Chicken and Rice Casserole recipe. Learn how to create a delicious and hearty meal for your family tonight!
Ingredients
- – 1 1/2 cups (355 ml) long grain white rice
- – 2 cans cream of chicken soup or cream of mushroom soup (or homemade)
- – 1 cup (240 ml) water
- – 2 cups (480 ml) milk
- – 1 batch homemade onion soup mix, or one envelope Lipton onion soup mix
- – 1 1/2 cups (170 g) shredded cheddar cheese, divided
- – 3 thick boneless skinless chicken breasts, or thighs
- – salt and freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Set your oven to a temperature of 350 degrees Fahrenheit to preheat. Lightly coat a 9×13-inch baking dish with a non-stick spray to prevent sticking. Put it aside for later use.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the rice, cream of chicken or mushroom soups, milk, water, and onion soup mix. Stir them together until well mixed. Transfer this mixture into the prepared baking dish. Scatter half of the shredded cheddar cheese over the top.
- Place the chicken breasts or thighs into the rice mixture, making sure they are nestled well. Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil, as it will be quite full, and place it in the oven. Bake for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the rice is soft and the chicken is fully cooked. Typically, it takes 1.5 hours, but the time may vary based on your oven and other factors.
- Once done, take the dish out of the oven and sprinkle the rest of the cheese on top. Let it sit and cool for 15 to 20 minutes before serving.
- Pair it with freshly steamed vegetables or a green salad for a complete meal.
Notes
- Season the chicken with garlic powder, paprika, or thyme for enhanced flavor.
- Consider topping with toasted breadcrumbs or crushed crackers for a crunchy texture.
- Substitute some milk with heavy cream or sour cream for a creamier consistency.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1.5-2 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 480
- Fat: 20g
- Protein: 25g
Keywords: - chicken rice bake, creamy chicken casserole, cheesy chicken bake, onion soup chicken, easy chicken dinner
