Creamy Chicken and Rice Casserole
This creamy and comforting chicken and rice casserole is a family favorite! Packed with tender chicken, rich soups, and perfectly cooked rice, it’s an easy-to-make dish that’s ideal for busy weeknights. With just 10 minutes of prep time, it’s hearty, flavorful, and sure to please everyone at the table.
Servings: 8
Calories: 391kcal
Ingredients
- 2 –3 cups cooked shredded or diced chicken
- 1 package Lipton Onion Soup Mix
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup
- 1 can cream of chicken soup
- 2 cups milk
- 3/4 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup water
- 2 cups minute rice uncooked
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium-sized bowl, mix together the cooked chicken, onion soup mix, cream of mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup, milk, sour cream, water, minute rice, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Stir until everything is well combined.
- Prepare the Baking Dish: Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking pan with cooking spray.
- Assemble the Casserole: Pour the chicken and rice mixture into the prepared pan, spreading it out evenly.
- Bake Covered: Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes in the preheated oven.
- Bake Uncovered: Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes to allow the top to brown slightly.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm!
Notes
Chicken Options: Use store-bought rotisserie chicken or leftover cooked chicken for convenience.
Rice Tip: Minute rice is perfect for this recipe as it cooks quickly. Avoid substituting uncooked long-grain rice, as it requires more liquid and a longer cook time.
Optional Additions: Stir in shredded cheese or frozen vegetables (like peas or broccoli) for extra flavor and nutrition.
Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Rice Tip: Minute rice is perfect for this recipe as it cooks quickly. Avoid substituting uncooked long-grain rice, as it requires more liquid and a longer cook time.
Optional Additions: Stir in shredded cheese or frozen vegetables (like peas or broccoli) for extra flavor and nutrition.
Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.