Description
This One-Dish Chicken Rice and Veggie Casserole is a comforting blend of tender chicken, fluffy rice, and vibrant vegetables, all enveloped in a creamy sauce. Each bite offers a delightful contrast of textures, from the juicy chicken to the soft rice and crisp veggies, making it a satisfying meal for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- Chicken: 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
- Rice: 1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
- Vegetables:
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup diced carrots
- 1 cup frozen peas
- Sauce:
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Seasoning:
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken, uncooked rice, broccoli, carrots, and peas.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup, chicken broth, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Pour the sauce over the chicken and rice mixture, stirring until everything is well coated.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased 9×13 inch baking dish and spread it evenly.
- Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes.
- Remove the foil, sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top, and bake uncovered for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Let it cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- This casserole can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days before baking.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- For a healthier option, substitute brown rice for white rice, but increase the cooking time by 10-15 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: main-dish
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of the casserole
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 20 grams
- Saturated Fat: 10 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 45 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 30 grams
- Cholesterol: 75 milligrams
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