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One-Pan Cheesy Chicken and Rice Casserole

Close-up of a serving of cheesy chicken and rice casserole with melted cheddar cheese on top.
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Make this simple, creamy, and cheesy chicken and rice casserole for a quick weeknight dinner. It uses minimal dishes and pleases the whole family.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or cubed
  • 1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
  • 1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup uncooked instant white rice
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
  • 1 cup frozen broccoli florets (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F. Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cooked chicken, cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, chicken broth, onion powder, garlic powder, and black pepper. Mix well.
  3. Stir in the uncooked instant rice and 1.5 cups of the shredded cheddar cheese. If using, mix in the frozen broccoli florets.
  4. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
  5. Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil.
  6. Bake for 30 minutes.
  7. Remove the foil and sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of cheddar cheese over the top.
  8. Return the dish to the oven, uncovered, and bake for another 5 to 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the rice is tender.
  9. Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • You can substitute cream of celery soup for the cream of mushroom soup if you prefer.
  • If you use long-grain white rice instead of instant rice, increase the liquid by 1 cup and increase the baking time by 20 minutes, keeping the dish covered.
  • For a slow cooker version, combine all ingredients except half the cheese, cook on low for 3 hours, then stir in the remaining cheese and cook for 15 more minutes until melted.

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