Easiest Chicken Rice Casserole Ever
Satisfy your comfort food cravings with the "Easiest Chicken Rice Casserole Ever," a one-dish wonder perfect for busy weeknights. Featuring tender, juicy chicken breasts nestled atop a bed of creamy long-grain white rice cooked in savory chicken broth and velvety cream of chicken soup, this recipe is a breeze to prepare with just 10 minutes of prep time. Flavored with garlic powder, parsley, and a touch of butter for richness, this casserole bakes to golden perfection with an optional shredded cheddar topping for extra indulgence. With just one pan and a handful of common pantry staples, this hearty, family-friendly meal serves up to four and is ready in about an hour. Perfect for when you need a quick, satisfying dinner that delivers both flavor and convenience!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish with butter or cooking spray.
In a medium bowl, combine uncooked rice, chicken broth, cream of chicken soup, garlic powder, parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix well to combine.
Pour the rice mixture into the prepared casserole dish, spreading it evenly across the bottom.
Place the chicken breasts on top of the rice mixture, ensuring they are evenly spaced. Lightly season the chicken with additional salt and pepper, if desired.
Cut the butter into small pieces and scatter them over the top of the chicken and rice mixture.
Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil to seal in moisture, and place it in the preheated oven.
Bake for 50 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes to allow the top to brown slightly.
If using cheddar cheese, sprinkle it over the top during the last 10 minutes of baking to allow it to melt.
Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve warm and enjoy your hearty chicken rice casserole!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2791 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 97.6 g | 125% | |
| Saturated Fat | 48.6 g | 243% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 802 mg | 267% | |
| Sodium | 4804 mg | 209% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 189.2 g | 69% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.3 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.8 g | ||
| Protein | 274.3 g | 549% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 14% | |
| Calcium | 1210 mg | 93% | |
| Iron | 12.7 mg | 71% | |
| Potassium | 2871 mg | 61% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
