Chicken and Rice Casserole (Printer View)

Creamy, cheesy chicken and rice baked with veggies for a comforting one-dish meal.

# Components:

→ Base

01 - 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or cubed
02 - 1 cup uncooked rice
03 - 1 can (10 oz) cream of mushroom or cream of chicken soup
04 - 1 cup mixed frozen vegetables

→ Topping

05 - 1 cup shredded cheese

# Method:

01 - Set oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure optimal baking temperature.
02 - In a large baking dish, combine cooked chicken breast, uncooked rice, cream soup, mixed frozen vegetables, and 1 1/2 cups water. Mix the ingredients thoroughly and spread evenly.
03 - Sprinkle shredded cheese evenly over the surface of the mixture.
04 - Cover the dish securely with foil and bake for 40 minutes. For enhanced browning, remove the foil for the last 5 minutes of baking.
05 - Allow the dish to cool slightly before portioning and serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Easy to prepare ahead
  • Satisfying high-protein dinner
02 -
  • Contains dairy and possibly gluten in canned soup
  • Check labels for allergens and substitute as needed
03 -
  • Add seasoning or herbs for extra flavor
  • Use brown rice and increase baking time by 10 minutes
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