Casseroles: Chicken casseroles with rice, pasta, or potatoes are comforting and often baked with creamy sauces

Here’s a comforting and creamy recipe for a classic Chicken and Rice Casserole that’s easy to make and delicious! You can switch out the rice for pasta or potatoes if you prefer.

Creamy Chicken and Rice Casserole

Ingredients

• 2 cups cooked chicken (shredded or cubed)
• 1 cup uncooked rice (long-grain white or brown)
• 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
• 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
• 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 1 cup frozen peas and carrots (optional)
• 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp onion powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs or crushed crackers (optional, for topping)
• 2 tbsp butter, melted (for topping)

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. Prepare the Baking Dish: Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish or casserole dish with cooking spray or a little butter.

3. Combine Ingredients:

   • In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream of mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup, chicken broth, and milk. Stir until smooth.
   • Add the uncooked rice, diced onion, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Stir to mix.
   • Fold in the cooked chicken, peas, and carrots.

4. Assemble the Casserole:

   • Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish.
   • Sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the top.

5. Add the Topping (Optional):

   • If you like a crunchy topping, mix the breadcrumbs or crushed crackers with melted butter and sprinkle on top of the cheese.

6. Bake:

   • Cover the casserole with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
   • Remove the foil and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the top is bubbly and golden brown.

7. Serve: Let it cool for a few minutes, then serve warm.

Enjoy this hearty casserole as a main dish or pair it with a side salad!

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