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Creamy Dump-and-Bake Cheesy Chicken and Rice Casserole

A close-up serving of creamy, cheesy chicken and rice casserole with a golden-brown, bubbly cheese topping.
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Make this easy, one-dish cheesy chicken and rice casserole for a satisfying, comforting meal perfect for busy weeknights. It requires minimal effort and delivers creamy, cheesy flavor the whole family enjoys.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or cubed
  • 1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
  • 1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
  • 1 cup frozen broccoli florets (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, uncooked rice, chicken broth, sour cream, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth.
  3. Stir in the cooked chicken and the optional broccoli florets. Mix well to distribute ingredients evenly.
  4. Fold in 1 1/2 cups of the shredded cheddar cheese into the chicken and rice mixture.
  5. Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
  6. Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil.
  7. Bake for 45 minutes.
  8. Remove the foil and sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of cheddar cheese over the top.
  9. Return the dish to the oven, uncovered, and bake for an additional 10 to 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and lightly golden brown, and the rice is tender.
  10. Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • If you use leftover cooked rice instead of uncooked rice, reduce the baking time by 20 minutes and add an extra 1/2 cup of chicken broth to the mixture.
  • For a richer flavor, substitute one can of soup with cream of celery soup.
  • This recipe works well as a slow cooker chicken and rice dish; cook on low for 4-6 hours.

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