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Chicken Rice Casserole

A comforting and delicious casserole featuring tender chicken, creamy soups, and cheesy goodness, perfect for busy days or family dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded You can use leftover rotisserie chicken for convenience.
  • 1 cup uncooked long-grain rice
  • 1 can cream of chicken soup 10.5 oz
  • 1 can cream of mushroom soup 10.5 oz
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Adjust the amount for more cheesiness.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, mix together the shredded chicken, uncooked rice, cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, chicken broth, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper until well combined.
  3. Pour the mixture into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
Baking
  1. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 45 minutes.
  2. After 45 minutes, remove the foil, sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top, and bake for an additional 15 minutes until bubbly and golden.
  3. Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

For extra flavor, consider adding sautéed onions or bell peppers. You can freeze the casserole before baking and reheat it later. Customize by adding vegetables like peas, carrots, or broccoli, or swap cheese varieties for a different flavor.