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Creamy Chicken & Rice Casserole

Creamy Chicken & Rice Casserole That Kids Will Love

This Creamy Chicken & Rice Casserole is a family-friendly dish that's quick to prepare and irresistibly delicious.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 4 pieces Boneless Chicken Breasts Skinless for convenience
  • 1 cup Minute Rice Quick-cooking rice
  • 1 can Cream of Mushroom Soup Can substitute with cream of chicken
  • 1 can Cream of Chicken Soup Alternatives include cream of celery or cheesy soups
  • 1 can Water Use a soup can for easy measurement
  • 1 packet Lipton Onion Soup Mix Can be substituted with homemade mix
  • 1 tablespoon Butter Can use olive oil for a lighter option
Optional Add-ins
  • 1 cup Vegetables Bell peppers, peas, or carrots
  • 1 cup Cheese Shredded cheddar or mozzarella
  • Spices Red pepper flakes or jalapeños for heat
  • 4 ounces Protein Alternatives Cooked turkey or tofu
  • 1 cup Brown Rice Whole grain option for added fiber

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • mixing bowl
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with butter.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the uncooked Minute rice, cream of mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup, and one can of water until smooth.
  3. Pour the rice mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly.
  4. Layer the chicken breasts over the rice mixture and sprinkle the Lipton onion soup mix on top.
  5. Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil.
  6. Bake for 1 to 1½ hours, checking for doneness after 1 hour.
  7. Remove the foil and let the casserole rest for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Can be frozen for up to 3 months.

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