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Easy Chicken and Rice Casserole Recipe

Easy Chicken and Rice Casserole Recipe

This Easy Chicken and Rice Casserole Recipe is a one-dish meal perfect for a hearty family dinner. Simply mix the ingredients, bake, and enjoy!
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 6
Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 1.5 pounds chicken breasts boneless and skinless
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth preferably low sodium
  • 1 can cream of mushroom soup 10.5 oz can
  • 1 can cream of chicken soup 10.5 oz can
  • 1 small yellow onion diced
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 tablespoons butter melted

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the rice, chicken broth, cream of mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup, diced onion, garlic powder, paprika, and black pepper.
  • Place the chicken breasts on top of the rice mixture and season with a little more paprika and black pepper if desired.
  • Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 50 minutes.
  • Remove the foil, sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top, and bake for an additional 10 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  • Allow the casserole to rest for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

You can add some frozen peas or chopped vegetables to increase the nutritional value of this dish.