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Ultimate Creamy Chicken and Rice Casserole

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Make this comforting, family-friendly chicken and rice casserole using simple ingredients. It bakes up rich, creamy, and cheesy, perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded (rotisserie chicken works well)
  • 1 (10.5 ounce) can cream of chicken soup
  • 1 (10.5 ounce) can cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 cup water or chicken broth
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 cup uncooked instant white rice
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs (optional, for topping)
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted (optional, for topping)

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, water or broth, milk, onion powder, and garlic powder. Whisk until the mixture is smooth.
  3. Stir in the cooked, shredded chicken and the uncooked instant rice into the soup mixture. Mix well to distribute the ingredients evenly.
  4. Pour the entire mixture into the prepared baking dish.
  5. Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil.
  6. Bake for 45 minutes.
  7. Remove the foil. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the casserole.
  8. If using a topping, mix the breadcrumbs with the melted butter and sprinkle over the cheese.
  9. Return the dish to the oven, uncovered, and bake for an additional 10 to 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the rice is tender.
  10. Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, substitute half of the water with dry white wine when mixing the base.
  • If you prefer a richer dish, replace the milk with heavy cream.
  • This recipe freezes well before baking; cover tightly and freeze up to three months. Thaw completely before baking, adding 10 minutes to the covered bake time.

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