Description
A warm and comforting casserole filled with tender chicken, creamy cheddar cheese, and fluffy rice, perfect for cozy nights.
Ingredients
– 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
– 1 cup uncooked white rice
– 2 cups chicken broth
– 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
– 1 cup cream of chicken soup
– 1/2 cup milk
– 1/2 cup frozen peas and carrots
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon onion powder
– Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. 1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. 2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken, uncooked rice, chicken broth, cream of chicken soup, milk, and frozen peas and carrots.
3. 3. Add garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
4. 4. Pour the mixture into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
5. 5. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
6. 6. Remove the foil, sprinkle cheddar cheese on top, and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
7. 7. Let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Notes
This casserole can be prepared ahead of time and stored in the fridge before baking. Just add an extra 10-15 minutes to the baking time if it’s coming straight from the fridge.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: chicken, rice, casserole, cheddar, comfort food