Mamaw’s Chicken and Rice Casserole
A warm, comforting dish featuring tender chicken, creamy soup, and fluffy rice, perfect for family gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, rice, cream of mushroom soup, chicken broth, shredded cheddar cheese, milk, mixed vegetables (if using), garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Stir until well combined.
- Pour the mixture into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
- Let it cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your comfort food!
Notes
For a creamier casserole, add more cheese or consider using cream of chicken soup.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg