Paula Deen's Chicken Rice Casserole

Bring comfort food to your table with Paula Deen's Chicken Rice Casserole—a rich and creamy classic that will have everyone asking for seconds! Featuring tender shredded chicken, fluffy white rice, and a luscious blend of cream of chicken and mushroom soups, this casserole is perfectly seasoned with a hint of garlic, onions, paprika, and melted cheddar cheese for the ultimate flavor experience. With just 20 minutes of prep time and one-dish convenience, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or family gatherings. Bake it to golden perfection and garnish with fresh parsley for a gorgeous finishing touch. Whether you're looking for an easy dinner idea or a crowd-pleasing dish, this savory chicken and rice casserole delivers pure comfort in every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 cups Cooked chicken (shredded or cubed)
• 1 cup Uncooked white rice
• 2 cups Chicken broth
• 1 can (10.5 ounces) Cream of chicken soup
• 1 can (10.5 ounces) Cream of mushroom soup
• 1 cup Sour cream
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1 medium Onion (finely chopped)
• 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 2 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
• 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or nonstick spray and set aside.

Step 2

In a medium skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until soft and translucent, about 4-5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, stirring frequently. Remove from heat.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the chicken broth, cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Whisk until smooth and well mixed.

Step 4

Stir in the uncooked rice, cooked chicken, sautéed onion and garlic mixture, and 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese. Mix until thoroughly combined.

Step 5

Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.

Step 6

Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes.

Step 7

Remove the foil and stir the casserole. Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of cheddar cheese evenly over the top.

Step 8

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

Step 9

Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.

Step 10

Serve warm and enjoy this deliciously creamy chicken and rice casserole with family and friends!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2638.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4183.9

Total Fat 217.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 122.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.2g
Cholesterol 1126.1mg	0%
Sodium 7865.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 235.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.3g	0%
Total Sugars 37.9g
Protein 325.7g	0%

Vitamin D 158.6IU	0%
Calcium 2585.8mg	0%
Iron 13.3mg	0%
Potassium 3390.8mg	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: 46.5%

Protein: 31.0%

Carbs: 22.4%