Description
The Pioneer Woman Chicken Rice Casserole Recipe is the quintessential comfort food that combines creamy chicken, fluffy rice, and melted cheese into a delightful one-dish meal. Perfect for family gatherings or busy weeknights, this easy-to-make casserole offers a harmonious blend of flavors that will please both kids and adults alike. With minimal preparation time and simple ingredients, it becomes a reliable go-to recipe for any occasion. Plus, it’s customizable to suit your preferences and reheats beautifully for delicious leftovers.
Ingredients
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- 1½ cups long grain white rice
- 2 cans cream of chicken or mushroom soup
- 1 cup water
- 2 cups milk
- 1 envelope onion soup mix
- 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
- 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, combine rice, soups, milk, water, and onion soup mix. Pour into the baking dish.
- Sprinkle half the cheese over the mixture and stir gently. Nestle chicken on top.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 1.5 to 2 hours until chicken is cooked through.
- Remove foil, add remaining cheese, and bake for an additional 10–15 minutes until bubbly.
- Let sit for 15–20 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of casserole (about 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg