Description
Chicken and Rice delivers pure comfort straight from the kitchen, warming your soul with each creamy, cheesy bite. Hearty ingredients meld together creating a satisfying meal that feels like a warm hug on a chilly evening.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein and Grains:
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 2 cups cooked rice
Dairy and Cheese:
- 1 cup shredded cheese
Liquids and Seasonings:
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 can cream of chicken soup
- ½ cup diced onion
- ½ cup frozen peas
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to precisely 350°F and spray a 9×13 inch baking dish with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Grab a spacious mixing bowl and toss in 2 cups of cooked rice, ensuring you spread it evenly across the bottom of the bowl.
- Add 2 cups of shredded chicken directly on top of the rice, breaking up any large chunks for consistent texture.
- Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheese over the chicken, making sure to distribute it throughout the mixture.
- Pour 1 cup of chicken broth and the entire can of cream of chicken soup into the bowl, creating a creamy base.
- Incorporate ½ cup diced onion and ½ cup frozen peas into the blend, stirring gently to combine all ingredients.
- Season the mixture with ½ teaspoon garlic powder, then salt and pepper to your taste preferences.
- Thoroughly mix all components until each ingredient is well incorporated and no dry spots remain.
- Transfer the entire mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
- Slide the dish into the preheated oven and bake for exactly 30-35 minutes until the top turns golden and cheese melts completely.
Notes
- Swap out white rice for brown rice or quinoa to boost nutritional value and add a nutty flavor to the dish.
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free cream of chicken soup and check that your chicken broth is certified gluten-free.
- Customize the protein by using rotisserie chicken, leftover turkey, or even canned tuna for a quick variation.
- Fresh herbs like parsley or thyme can elevate the flavor profile and add a bright, fresh touch to this comforting casserole.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Chicken
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 370 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg