Description
Indulge in the comforting embrace of Chicken and Rice Casserole, a delightful dish perfect for graduation celebrations or cozy family dinners. Tender, boneless chicken breasts are baked atop fluffy, long-grain rice, all enveloped in a creamy mushroom sauce and finished with melted cheddar cheese. This easy-to-make casserole is not only visually appealing but also a crowd-pleaser that’s sure to become a cherished family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup long-grain white rice (rinsed)
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spray a large baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, onion powder, and garlic powder.
- In a large bowl, mix uncooked rice, cream of mushroom soup, and chicken broth until well combined.
- Layer half of the rice mixture in the prepared baking dish, place the seasoned chicken on top, then cover with the remaining rice mixture.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for about 45 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Remove foil, sprinkle cheddar cheese on top, and bake uncovered for an additional 10-15 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 240g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg