Chicken Rice Casserole

Warm, comforting, and brimming with flavor, this Chicken Rice Casserole is the ultimate one-dish meal for busy weeknights or a cozy family dinner. With tender, seasoned chicken breasts nestled atop a creamy blend of long-grain white rice, chicken broth, and savory soups, this casserole bakes to perfection in under an hour. A touch of garlic, onion, and paprika adds just the right amount of spice, while a generous sprinkle of melted cheddar cheese creates the perfect golden topping. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for garnish, this dish offers a satisfying blend of textures and flavors—all in one pan! Easy to prepare with minimal cleanup, this recipe is sure to become a household favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces chicken breast
• 1 cup long-grain white rice
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1 can cream of mushroom soup
• 1 can cream of chicken soup
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoons parsley (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish lightly with cooking spray.

Step 2

Rinse and pat dry the chicken breasts, then season them with half of the salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Set aside.

Step 3

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the uncooked rice, chicken broth, cream of mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup, onion powder, the remaining salt, garlic powder, and paprika.

Step 4

Pour the rice mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.

Step 5

Place the seasoned chicken breasts on top of the rice mixture.

Step 6

Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil to trap the steam and ensure the rice cooks evenly.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes.

Step 8

After 40 minutes, carefully remove the foil and sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top.

Step 9

Return the baking dish to the oven uncovered and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 10

Remove the dish from the oven and let it rest for 5-10 minutes to let the flavors meld and the rice finish setting.

Step 11

Garnish with chopped parsley and serve warm. Enjoy your hearty Chicken Rice Casserole!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1657.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1525.7

Total Fat 69.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 34.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.4g
Cholesterol 364.1mg	0%
Sodium 7228.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 103.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.1g	0%
Total Sugars 17.7g
Protein 124.3g	0%

Vitamin D 158.6IU	0%
Calcium 1346.4mg	0%
Iron 7.5mg	0%
Potassium 1902.7mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.5%

Protein: 32.4%

Carbs: 27.1%