Easy Chicken and Rice Casserole Recipe

This easy chicken and rice casserole is a perfect comfort food for a cozy dinner. It's loaded with tender chicken, creamy sauce, and fluffy rice all baked to perfection.

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Prep Time: 15

Cook Time: 50

Total Time: 1 5

Servings: 4

Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

▢ 1.5 pounds chicken breasts cut into cubes
▢ 1 cup white rice uncooked
▢ 2 cups chicken broth
▢ 1 cup cream of mushroom soup (condensed)
▢ 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
▢ 1 tablespoon butter melted
▢ 0.5 teaspoon salt or to taste
▢ 0.5 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground

Instructions

Preparation Steps

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a large mixing bowl, combine the chicken, rice, chicken broth, cream of mushroom soup, and melted butter. Stir until well mixed.
Transfer the mixture to a greased 9x13 inch baking dish. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 40 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
Remove from oven and let it sit for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Feel free to add your favorite spices or a mix of vegetables to customize this casserole.

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