Grace's Chicken Casserole

Grace's Chicken Casserole is the perfect comfort food, blending hearty ingredients and luscious flavors into a one-dish masterpiece. This family-friendly recipe combines tender shredded chicken, creamy soups, and savory spices with fluffy, baked-in white rice for a rich and satisfying base. Topped with melted cheddar cheese and buttery, golden panko breadcrumbs, every bite delivers a delightful crunch followed by a creamy, cheesy indulgence. Prep is easy, requiring just 20 minutes, and the casserole bakes to bubbly, golden perfection in under an hour. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings, this classic casserole serves six and is even better garnished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley. Keywords: chicken casserole recipe, creamy chicken and rice, easy comfort food, family dinner casserole, cheesy chicken bake.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 cup uncooked white rice
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
• 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
• 1 cup sour cream
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 tablespoons chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

Bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook the chicken breasts for 15-20 minutes or until fully cooked. Remove and let cool slightly before shredding or chopping into bite-sized pieces.

Step 3

While the chicken is cooking, rinse the uncooked rice under cold water to remove excess starch.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the chicken broth, cream of mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir until well mixed.

Step 5

Add the uncooked rice and shredded chicken to the bowl, and stir until evenly coated with the mixture.

Step 6

Lightly grease a 13x9-inch casserole dish with butter or cooking spray.

Step 7

Pour the chicken and rice mixture into the casserole dish and spread it evenly.

Step 8

Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.

Step 9

In a small microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter (about 30 seconds). Add the panko breadcrumbs to the melted butter and mix to coat them thoroughly.

Step 10

Sprinkle the buttered breadcrumbs evenly over the cheese layer.

Step 11

Place the casserole dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is bubbling around the edges.

Step 12

Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 13

Garnish with chopped parsley if desired, and serve warm. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2533.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4103.7

Total Fat 193.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 107.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.9g
Cholesterol 1051.1mg	0%
Sodium 8330.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 265.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.3g	0%
Total Sugars 36.8g
Protein 324.8g	0%

Vitamin D 170.0IU	0%
Calcium 2559.4mg	0%
Iron 13.7mg	0%
Potassium 3145.1mg	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: 42.4%

Protein: 31.7%

Carbs: 25.9%