Nick's Famous Fluffy Rice and Chicken Casserole

Discover the ultimate comfort food with Nick's Famous Fluffy Rice and Chicken Casserole—a creamy, cheesy, and irresistibly hearty dish perfect for family dinners or potluck gatherings. This recipe combines tender seared chicken breasts with a rich, flavorful medley of long-grain white rice, chicken broth, cream of mushroom and chicken soups, sour cream, and a melody of fragrant spices like garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. Baked to perfection and topped with golden, bubbly cheddar cheese, the casserole delivers unmatched fluffiness and savory goodness in every bite. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a hands-off bake, this easy chicken and rice casserole is a guaranteed crowd favorite that will fill your kitchen with mouthwatering aromas. Serve it with a simple side salad or steamed veggies for a satisfying, memorable meal!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1.5 cups long-grain white rice
• 3 cups chicken broth
• 1 can cream of mushroom soup
• 1 can cream of chicken soup
• 1 cup sour cream
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoons paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish using olive oil or a non-stick cooking spray.

Step 3

Heat the olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, and paprika, then sear them in the skillet for 2-3 minutes on each side until lightly browned. Remove from skillet and set aside. (They do not need to be fully cooked yet.)

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the rice, chicken broth, cream of mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, onion powder, garlic powder, and dried parsley. Mix thoroughly to ensure the ingredients are well combined.

Step 5

Pour the rice mixture evenly into the greased casserole dish.

Step 6

Place the seared chicken breasts on top of the rice mixture, pressing them slightly into the rice.

Step 7

Cover the casserole dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 50 minutes.

Step 8

After 50 minutes, remove the foil and sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the casserole.

Step 9

Return the casserole to the oven, uncovered, and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the chicken is fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F or 74°C).

Step 10

Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Step 11

Garnish with additional dried parsley if desired, and enjoy your fluffy rice and chicken casserole!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2810.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3506.3

Total Fat 182.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 96.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.6g
Cholesterol 985.3mg	0%
Sodium 8393.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 152.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.6g	0%
Total Sugars 33.7g
Protein 314.8g	0%

Vitamin D 165.6IU	0%
Calcium 2539.2mg	0%
Iron 14.8mg	0%
Potassium 3248.3mg	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: 46.7%

Protein: 35.9%

Carbs: 17.4%