Description
This Best Easy Chicken and Rice Casserole is the ultimate comfort food. With just five ingredients, including cream of chicken soup, French onion soup, and chicken broth, this simple yet delicious dish is the perfect weeknight dinner. Tender chicken, perfectly cooked rice, and a creamy base come together to create a satisfying meal that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
1 can condensed cream of chicken soup (10.5 oz)
1 can condensed French onion soup (10.5 oz)
1 can chicken broth (15 oz)
1 cup long grain white rice
3 cups cooked chicken, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 cup cheddar cheese, grated (optional)
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C).
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In a bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup, French onion soup, and chicken broth until well combined.
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Spread the cooked chicken evenly in a 2-quart casserole dish (11×7 or 9×9 inch).
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Sprinkle the uncooked rice evenly over the chicken.
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Pour the soup mixture over the chicken and rice. Cover the dish tightly with foil.
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Bake for 1 hour and 45 minutes, or until the rice is tender.
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Remove from the oven, stir gently, and top with grated cheese if desired.
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Serve warm.
Notes
Add frozen veggies like peas, carrots, or broccoli for extra nutrition.
Spice it up with cayenne pepper or hot sauce.
Experiment with different cheeses, like mozzarella or pepper jack, for unique flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
