Dottie's Zucchini Chicken and Rice Casserole

Savor the comforting flavors of Dottie's Zucchini Chicken and Rice Casserole—a hearty, wholesome one-dish meal that's perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. This casserole combines tender shredded chicken, fluffy cooked rice, and sautéed zucchini, all enveloped in a creamy blend of sour cream and cream of chicken soup. Topped with gooey melted cheddar cheese and a hint of paprika, this dish delivers a warm, satisfying bite every time. With a quick prep time of just 15 minutes, it's as easy to make as it is delicious. Packed with protein, veggies, and rich, cheesy goodness, this casserole is sure to be a crowd-pleaser that you'll add to your regular recipe rotation.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups Cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
• 2 medium Zucchini, thinly sliced
• 2 cups Cooked white or brown rice
• 1 can (10.5 ounces) Cream of chicken soup
• 1 cup Sour cream
• 1.5 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1 small Yellow onion, diced
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 0.5 cup Chicken broth
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Paprika (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute.

Step 3

Add the sliced zucchini to the skillet and sauté for 5-6 minutes, or until slightly softened. Remove the skillet from heat.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cooked rice, sautéed zucchini mixture, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, chicken broth, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine.

Step 5

Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.

Step 6

Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top of the casserole.

Step 7

Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.

Step 8

Remove the foil and bake uncovered for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbling and the casserole is heated through.

Step 9

Optional: Sprinkle with paprika before serving for added color and flavor.

Step 10

Let the casserole cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2215.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2977.0

Total Fat 156.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 91.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.7g
Cholesterol 788.6mg	0%
Sodium 4218.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 176.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.0g	0%
Total Sugars 37.2g
Protein 222.1g	0%

Vitamin D 73.2IU	0%
Calcium 1945.2mg	0%
Iron 13.8mg	0%
Potassium 3007.2mg	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: 46.9%

Protein: 29.6%

Carbs: 23.5%