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Chicken and Rice Casserole

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A comforting and hearty baked dish made with tender chicken, fluffy rice, and a creamy, flavorful sauce, perfect for an easy weeknight meal.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
  • 1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) condensed cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup diced onion
  • 1/2 cup frozen peas
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon butter, melted

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine the uncooked rice, chicken broth, milk, cream of mushroom soup, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
  3. Add the shredded chicken, diced onion, peas, and half of the shredded cheese. Mix until evenly combined.
  4. Pour the mixture into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
  5. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 50–55 minutes, or until rice is tender and most liquid is absorbed.
  6. Remove the foil, sprinkle with remaining cheese, and drizzle melted butter on top.
  7. Return to oven for an additional 5–10 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  8. Let sit for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • You can substitute cream of mushroom soup with cream of chicken or celery for a different flavor.
  • For extra texture, top with buttered breadcrumbs before the final bake.
  • Use leftover rotisserie chicken for convenience.

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Keywords: chicken casserole, rice bake, comfort food, easy dinner

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