Name: Chicken Rice Casserole (No Canned Soups!)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h 15 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded; 1 cup long-grain rice, uncooked; 4 cups chicken broth; 1 cup milk; 1 onion, chopped; 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon onion powder; Salt and pepper to taste; 1 cup shredded cheese (optional)

Description

A creamy, savory Chicken Rice Casserole made without canned soups, perfect for busy families and comfort food lovers.

Ingredients

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2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
1 cup long-grain rice, uncooked
4 cups chicken broth
1 cup milk
1 onion, chopped
2 cups frozen mixed vegetables
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
Salt and pepper to taste
1 cup shredded cheese (optional)

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
Combine in a large bowl the shredded chicken, uncooked rice, chicken broth, milk, chopped onion, mixed vegetables, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
Pour the mixture into a greased casserole dish.
Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes.
Remove the foil, sprinkle cheese on top if using, and bake for an additional 15 minutes or until the rice is fully cooked and the mixture is bubbly.
Let sit for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

For added flavor, sauté the onion until translucent before mixing. You can also customize the casserole with different vegetables or cheeses.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 60 minutes
Category: main course
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 450
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 550mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 50g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 80mg