Magical Chicken and Rice Casserole in Just 60 Minutes
A hearty and comforting chicken and rice casserole that’s easy to prepare and perfect for family dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Lactose
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup uncooked white rice
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked chicken, uncooked rice, cream of chicken soup, chicken broth, mixed vegetables, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes.
- Remove the foil, sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top, and bake for an additional 15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let the casserole cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- You can use rotisserie chicken for added flavor and convenience.
- Feel free to substitute the mixed vegetables with your favorite veggies.
- This dish can be prepared ahead of time and refrigerated before baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg