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Cook Heavenly Recipes: Creamy Chicken And Rice Casserole

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Description

This creamy chicken and rice casserole is a heavenly recipe that you can prepare easily. It is a perfect dish for dinner parties, potlucks or a family meal. The casserole is packed with flavors that will leave your taste buds wanting more. It is a rich and creamy comfort food that is perfect for any occasion.

Prep Time

The preparation time for this recipe is around 20 minutes.

Cook Time

The cook time for this recipe is approximately 45 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup uncooked long-grain rice
  • 1 can cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 can cream of chicken soup
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup butter, melted

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Casserole dish
  • Mixing bowl
  • Saucepan
  • Frying pan
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Whisk
  • Knife

Method

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  2. Cook the rice according to the package instructions and set it aside.
  3. In a saucepan, combine the cream of mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup, water, onion, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, garlic powder, dried thyme, and black pepper. Cook on medium heat until the vegetables are soft.
  4. Add the cooked chicken and rice to the saucepan and mix well.
  5. Transfer the mixture to a casserole dish and sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top.
  6. In a mixing bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and melted butter. Mix well.
  7. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture on top of the cheese.
  8. Cover the casserole dish with parchment paper and bake for 30 minutes.
  9. Remove the parchment paper and bake for an additional 15 minutes or until the top is golden brown and crispy.
  10. Serve hot and enjoy your heavenly creamy chicken and rice casserole.

Notes

You can use any type of cooked chicken for this recipe. Rotisserie chicken works great and saves time. If you want to make this recipe ahead of time, you can prepare it up to step 5 and refrigerate it overnight. Add the breadcrumb mixture and bake it the next day. You can also freeze the casserole before baking it. Just cover it tightly with foil and freeze it for up to 3 months. When you're ready to bake it, remove the foil and bake it for 1 hour or until it's heated through.

Nutrition Info

This creamy chicken and rice casserole serves around 6 people. The nutritional information per serving is as follows:
  • Calories: 520
  • Protein: 29g
  • Fat: 25g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Fiber: 2g

Recipe Tips

If you want to add some extra flavor to this dish, you can sprinkle some paprika or chili powder on top of the cheese before adding the breadcrumb mixture. You can also add some chopped bacon or sliced mushrooms to the casserole for some extra texture and flavor. Make sure to let the casserole cool down for a few minutes before serving it. This will help it to set and make it easier to slice.

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