Description
Make this easy Creamy Chicken Rice Casserole for a comforting, family-friendly meal! Packed with tender chicken, fluffy rice, and a cheesy sauce, this recipe is perfect for weeknights, potlucks, or meal prep.
Ingredients
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- 3 cups rotisserie chicken, shredded
- 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables
- 2 cups minute rice, uncooked
- 10 oz cream of chicken soup
- 2 ½ cups milk , (2% or whole preferred)
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground pepper
- 3 cups Colby Jack cheese, shredded
- 1Tablespoonfresh chopped parsley
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish. Shred the rotisserie chicken and set aside. Thaw the mixed vegetables in a colander or strainer and run it under warm water until the veggies are no longer frozen.
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In a mixing bowl, combine shredded cooked chicken, thawed mixed vegetables, minute rice, cream of chicken soup, milk, and all spices.
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Add in 1½ cups of shredded cheese and fold in gently.
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Transfer to greased 9×13″ baking dish and spread smooth. Sprinkle on remaining 1½ cups of cheese. (see notes)
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Bake uncovered for 30 to 35 minutes, or until rice is tender. Remove and garnish with chopped fresh parsley. Serve warm.
Notes
- If you would like the casserole to have a more melty cheese topping, refrain from adding the cheese on top until the last 5 to 8 minutes of baking time.
- Using a porcelain baking dish may require longer baking times. Just check rice for doneness.
- Prep Time: 10 Mins
- Cook Time: 40minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8 servings
- Calories: 256 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 309mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 46mg
Keywords: Creamy Chicken Rice Casserole