Creamy Chicken and Rice Casserole (Print)

Delicious chicken, rice, and vegetables baked in a creamy, golden casserole, perfect for gathering around the table.

# Ingredients:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 2 cups (approximately 300 g) cooked chicken, shredded or diced
02 - 1 cup (185 g) long-grain white rice, uncooked
03 - 295 ml cream of chicken soup (1 can, 10.5 ounces)
04 - 410 ml chicken broth (1 can, 14.5 ounces)
05 - 1 cup (150 g) frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn)
06 - 1 cup (110 g) shredded cheddar cheese
07 - 1 teaspoon (3 g) garlic powder
08 - 1 teaspoon (2.5 g) onion powder
09 - 0.5 teaspoon (1 g) black pepper
10 - 0.5 teaspoon (3 g) salt
11 - 1 tablespoon (15 ml) olive oil
12 - 120 ml milk

→ Garnish (Optional)

13 - 0.25 cup (10 g) chopped fresh parsley

# Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 175°C. Grease a 23×33 cm baking dish with olive oil.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked chicken, uncooked rice, cream of chicken soup, chicken broth, mixed vegetables, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt. Mix thoroughly until well combined.
03 - Spread the combined mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
04 - Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil. Bake in preheated oven for 45 minutes.
05 - Remove foil and stir the contents. Drizzle milk over the top, then align shredded cheddar cheese evenly across surface.
06 - Return dish to oven, uncovered, and bake for an additional 15–20 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
07 - Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped parsley if using before serving.

# Notes:

01 - For added nutrition and flavor, substitute brown rice for white rice or use low-fat cream of chicken soup.
02 - Incorporate spices like thyme or paprika to enhance the dish's aroma.
03 - Leftover turkey may replace chicken for a flavorful variation.