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Cheesy Chicken and Rice Casserole

Melt-in-Your-Mouth Cheesy Chicken and Rice Casserole

This Cheesy Chicken and Rice Casserole delivers comfort with its tender chicken, fluffy rice, and gooey cheese, making it a delightful family favorite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 6 portions
Course: Main Dishes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 cups Rice (uncooked)
  • 1.5 cans Cream of mushroom soup
  • 0.75 cups Milk
  • 2.5 cups Water
  • 1 package Onion soup mix
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
  • 2 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
  • 0.5 cups Parmesan cheese
  • 0.25 cups Chopped parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch casserole dish
  • large mixing bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cream of mushroom soup, milk, and water. Stir in the onion soup mix until smooth.
  3. Spread the uncooked rice evenly in the bottom of the casserole dish.
  4. Pour the creamy soup mixture over the rice, ensuring all grains are coated.
  5. Shake or lightly tap the casserole dish to settle the liquid among the rice.
  6. Place the chicken breasts on top of the rice mixture, pressing them down slightly.
  7. Season the chicken with paprika, salt, and black pepper, adding any optional spices if desired.
  8. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes.
  9. After baking, remove the foil and check the casserole for doneness.
  10. Add the shredded cheddar cheese on top and bake uncovered for an additional 15 minutes.
  11. Let the casserole rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1portionCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 28gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 1200mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Allow the casserole to cool before storing. It can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.

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