Ingredients
– 2 cups uncooked rice (white or brown)
– 4 cups chicken broth
– 1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
– 1 cup sour cream
– 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
– 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn)
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon onion powder
– 1 teaspoon salt
– ½ teaspoon black pepper
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Creating Chicken and Rice Casserole can be straightforward if you follow these simple steps:
1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Prepare the Rice: In a large pot, bring the chicken broth to a boil. Add the uncooked rice, cover, and reduce the heat to low. Cook according to package instructions, usually about 15-20 minutes.
3. Cook the Chicken: While the rice cooks, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Cook for 5-7 minutes on each side until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink.
4. Shred the Chicken: Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it cool briefly. Shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces using two forks.
5. Mix the Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the cooked rice, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, shredded chicken, frozen vegetables, and half the shredded cheese. Stir until well mixed.
6. Transfer to Baking Dish: Pour the mixture into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish, spreading it evenly.
7. Add Remaining Cheese: Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheese on top of the casserole.
8. Bake: Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
9. Garnish and Serve: Once baked, remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired before serving.
These straightforward steps will guide you in creating this incredible dish effortlessly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45-50 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6-8
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 30g