Best 11 Chicken On Rice Casserole Recipes

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Chicken and rice casserole is a hearty and comforting dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. With its simple ingredients and easy preparation, this casserole is a favorite among home cooks. The combination of tender chicken, fluffy rice, and creamy sauce makes this dish a hit with people of all ages. Variations on this dish can include different vegetables, cheeses, and seasonings, making it a versatile and customizable meal. Whether you are looking for a cozy comfort food or a flavorful and satisfying dish, this chicken and rice casserole is sure to become a go-to recipe in your kitchen.

Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!

EASY AND DELICIOUS CHICKEN AND RICE CASSEROLE



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This recipe is so easy to make. Just cover with foil and bake! This is really nice to make before going to church or even put in a slow cooker before work. Yum!

Provided by J. Saunders

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup uncooked white rice
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
1 ⅞ cups water
1 (1 ounce) package dry onion soup mix
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Spread rice in the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish. Rinse chicken and pat dry; arrange chicken pieces on top of rice.
  • Mix soup and water together and pour over chicken and rice. Sprinkle dry onion soup mix on top. Cover and seal TIGHTLY with foil. Bake in the preheated oven for 1 to 1 1/2 hours. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 314.1 calories, Carbohydrate 38.8 g, Cholesterol 59.6 mg, Fat 5 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 26.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 958.8 mg, Sugar 0.8 g

CHICKEN AND RICE CASSEROLE



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
4 scallions, sliced
2 cups broccoli florets
2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken (skin removed)
1 cup medium-grain white rice
1 plum tomato, chopped
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1/4 cup sour cream
1 cup diced dill havarti cheese (about 4 ounces)
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese (about 1 ounce)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Melt the butter in a large ovenproof skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and about three-quarters of the scallions and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft, about 2 minutes. Add the broccoli, chicken, rice, tomato, 1 teaspoon salt, and pepper to taste; stir to combine.
  • Whisk the chicken broth and sour cream in a bowl, pour into the skillet and bring to a simmer. Stir in half each of the havarti and parmesan. Cover tightly with a lid or aluminum foil, transfer to the oven and bake until the rice is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed, about 20 minutes.
  • Turn on the broiler. Uncover the skillet and sprinkle with the remaining havarti and parmesan, then broil until golden, about 2 minutes. Sprinkle with the reserved scallions.

CHICKEN-RICE CASSEROLE



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Looking for a hearty dinner recipe? Then check out this chicken and rice casserole that's baked easily at home using veggies!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h5m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup margarine or butter
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 1/2 cups milk
1 cup chicken broth
2 cups cut-up cooked chicken
1 1/2 cups cooked white rice
3 ounces mushrooms, sliced (about 1 cup)
1/3 cup chopped green bell pepper
1/4 cup slivered almonds
2 tablespoons chopped pimientos

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°.
  • Melt margarine in 2-quart saucepan over medium heat. Stir in flour, salt and pepper. Cook, stirring constantly, until bubbly; remove from heat. Stir in milk and broth. Heat to boiling, stirring constantly. Boil and stir 1 minute. Stir in remaining ingredients.
  • Pour into ungreased 2-quart casserole or square baking dish, 8x8x2 inches. Bake uncovered 40 to 45 minutes or until bubbly. Garnish with parsley sprig if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300, Carbohydrate 22 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 19 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 550 mg

CHICKEN RICE CASSEROLE



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A great use for leftover chicken or turkey. Uses no Cream of Whatever soup. A creamy wonderful one dish meal of chicken, rice 'n peas, topped off with a mixture of bread crumbs and Parmesan cheese and baked until golden brown.

Provided by Marie

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 tablespoons butter, divided
3 tablespoons flour
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup milk
2 cups diced cooked chicken
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
2 cups cooked rice
3/4 cup frozen peas, thawed
1 tablespoon dry breadcrumbs
1 tablespoon grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Melt 3 tablespoons of butter in a saucepan over medium heat, whisk in flour and thyme and cook for 1 minute.
  • Gradually stir in broth and milk, stirring until thick and smooth.
  • Stir in chicken and add salt and pepper; set aside.
  • Grease a 1 1/2 quart shallow baking dish.
  • Spread rice in prepared baking dish, sprinkle with the peas and then pour creamed chicken mixture over.
  • Dot with remaining tablespoon of butter and sprinkle with bread crumbs and cheese which you mix together.
  • Bake at 400° until hot and bubbly, about 20 to 25 minutes.

CHICKEN AND RICE CASSEROLE



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Everyone loves this dish-I consider it the best chicken and rice casserole recipe because it's a tasty combination of hearty and crunchy ingredients mixed in a creamy sauce. It's a time-tested classic. -Myrtle Matthews, Marietta, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h15m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 cups cooked white rice or a combination of wild and white rice
4 cups diced cooked chicken
1/2 cup slivered almonds
1 small onion, chopped
1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained
1 package (10 ounces) frozen peas, thawed
3/4 cup chopped celery
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of celery soup, undiluted
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1 cup mayonnaise
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups crushed potato chips
Paprika

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a greased 13x9-in. baking dish, combine first 7 ingredients. In a large bowl, combine soups, mayonnaise, lemon juice and salt. Pour over chicken mixture and toss to coat., Sprinkle with potato chips and paprika. Bake until heated through, about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 439 calories, Fat 26g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 51mg cholesterol, Sodium 804mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 19g protein.

QUICK AND EASY CHICKEN AND RICE CASSEROLE



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This takes no time to prepare, I have tryed this using different flavor soups, I find that cream of chicken and celery are the best, or use 2 cans cream of chicken, I also like to add the garlic powder and also a pinch of cayenne pepper to the soup mixture :)

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 1h40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup water
1 (16 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1 (16 ounce) can condensed cream of celery soup, undiluted
1 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
salt & freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
3 tablespoons red wine
3/4 cup long-grain rice, uncooked
2 lbs chicken breasts or 2 lbs chicken pieces
1 (1 1/4 ounce) package Lipton Onion Soup Mix

Steps:

  • Set oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Grease a medium-size casserole dish.
  • Mix the first 6 ingredients in a bowl.
  • Add the uncooked rice to the soup mixture; mix until combined.
  • Transfer the soup/rice mixture to the casserole then spread out in the dish.
  • Place the chicken on top of the mixture.
  • Sprinkle with the dry onion soup.
  • Cover with foil and bake for 1 hour 30 minutes or until rice is cooked and the chicken is done.
  • Allow to stand for 10 mins before serving.
  • Delicious!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 736, Fat 32.9, SaturatedFat 9.3, Cholesterol 166.8, Sodium 2240, Carbohydrate 49.9, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 2.7, Protein 54.7

THE BEST CHICKEN RICE CASSEROLE



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This recipe is based on the Cook's Illustrated recipe from their Cover and Bake cookbook. As with all their recipes it is the best. But mine is better :) Like all casseroles this one freezes well once prepared to just before you put it in the oven.

Provided by Alyss05

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 1h

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

4 tablespoons butter
1 medium onion, chopped
1 stalk celery, chopped
1 carrot, chopped
4 garlic cloves, chopped fine
1 teaspoon seasoning salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon mild chili powder
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 1/2 cups chicken stock
3 1/2 cups whole milk
1 1/2 cups long-grain rice
2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
2 2/3 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
1 cup green beans
2/3 cup breadcrumbs
2/3 cup cheddar cheese or 2/3 cup parmesan cheese, shredded
2 teaspoons garlic powder

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a large dutch oven over medium heat and cook onions, celery and carrots until soft but not brown. Add garlic, seasoned salt, pepper and chile powders and cook until very fragrant. Add flour and mix well. Cook until starting to color.
  • Whisk milk and stock into vegetable flour mixture. Turn heat to medium high and continue to whisk as mixture comes to a simmer. Taste and adjust seasoning. Add rice to sauce and lower heat to medium low. Cook until the rice absorbs most of the liquid and is tender, stirring occasionally. Will take about 20 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Add raw chicken to the rice and sauce mixture. Cut green beans into 1 inch lengths and stir into the mixture as well. Cook approximately 4 minutes or until the chicken is no longer pink on the outside. Stir in cheese.
  • Pour mixture into a 9 x 13 inch casserole, or two 8x8 inch casseroles.
  • Combine bread crumbs, cheese and garlic powder and sprinkle evenly over top of the casserole. Place in hot oven and cook for 20 to 25 minutes or until topping is browned and casserole is bubbling.
  • You really should cool for 10 minutes before cutting. You could garnish with parsley and lemon wedges. Or not :).

CREAMY CHICKEN AND RICE CASSEROLE



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This nostalgic dish evokes the Old School casseroles your grandmother used to make-but in easy mode to make it quick, delicious, and great for a weeknight. Rotisserie chicken and precooked rice (or leftover rice) are combined with easy-prep veggies and baked with a flour-thickened broth that has a little sour cream added for creaminess.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
4 cups sliced mixed mushrooms (10 ounces)
2 shallots, minced
Salt and pepper
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 1/4 cups chicken broth
4 cups shredded chicken, from a small rotisserie chicken
2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
1/2 cup frozen peas
1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream
1 cup fresh breadcrumbs

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium. Add mushrooms and shallots and season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring, until mushrooms are tender and browned, 10 minutes. Add remaining 2 tablespoons oil and the flour. Stir to combine and cook 1 minute.
  • Add chicken broth, whisking constantly, and bring to a boil. Add chicken and rice and return to a simmer. Stir in peas, parsley, and sour cream; season with salt and pepper. Transfer mixture to an 8-inch square baking dish. Top with breadcrumbs.
  • Bake until top is golden brown and mixture is warm throughout, 15 to 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 616 g, Fat 42 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 23 g, SaturatedFat 11 g

MAMAW'S CHICKEN AND RICE CASSEROLE



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I grew up on this recipe, my Grandmother got it from a lady from church at a pot luck a long time ago! She passed it down to my mom and it's always been a family favorite. Quick and easy for school nights, and the leftovers are just as good! You can use less butter on top of course, my Momma and Mamaw always put the full stick on top (gotta love Southern ladies and their butter!)

Provided by katiefbenham

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 chicken breasts, cut into cubes
2 cups water
2 cups instant white rice
1 (10.75 ounce) can cream of chicken soup
1 (10.75 ounce) can cream of celery soup
1 (10.75 ounce) can cream of mushroom soup
salt and ground black pepper to taste
½ cup butter, sliced into pats

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Grease sides and bottom of a casserole dish.
  • Stir chicken, water, rice, cream of chicken soup, cream of celery soup, and cream of mushroom soup together in the prepared casserole dish; season with salt and pepper. Arrange butter evenly over the top of the chicken mixture.
  • Bake in preheated oven until the rice is tender and the chicken is cooked through, 1 hour to 75 minutes. Cool 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 441.2 calories, Carbohydrate 36.7 g, Cholesterol 80.7 mg, Fat 25 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 16.8 g, SaturatedFat 12.2 g, Sodium 1211.2 mg, Sugar 1.7 g

EASY CHICKEN RICE CASSEROLE



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Chicken pieces and rice baked slowly in milk and cream of chicken soup. A simple, creamy casserole. You can also use a whole (2 to 3 pound) chicken, cut into pieces. The choice is yours so choose and choose well! Then enjoy!

Provided by VET2B01

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cut into bite size pieces
2 cups milk
2 cups uncooked white rice
2 (10.75 ounce) cans condensed cream of chicken soup
1 teaspoon seasoned salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a medium bowl combine the milk, rice, soup and seasoned salt if desired. Mix well. Pour mixture into a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking dish. Add the chicken pieces.
  • Cover dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for approximately 90 minutes or until rice is done, stirring every 30 minutes. Uncover the dish and bake for another 15 minutes to allow the rice to brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 516.8 calories, Carbohydrate 67 g, Cholesterol 81.8 mg, Fat 10.7 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 34.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 910.7 mg, Sugar 5.3 g

QUICK CHICKEN RICE CASSEROLE



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This heartwarming main course with lots of chicken, cheese and rice makes a quick and comforting weeknight meal. "It's a great recipe for people with full-time jobs," notes Donna Burnett from Baileyton, Alabama. "Their families are sure to request it often."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 package (5.6 ounces) instant rice and chicken-flavored sauce mix
2 cups cubed cooked chicken
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of celery soup, undiluted
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Cook rice mix according to package directions. In a large bowl, combine the chicken, soup, mayonnaise, Worcestershire sauce and pepper. Stir in rice. , Transfer to a greased 1-1/2-qt. baking dish. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 643 calories, Fat 40g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 107mg cholesterol, Sodium 1516mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 32g protein.

Tips:

  • Use day-old rice. Freshly cooked rice is too moist and will make the casserole mushy. If you don't have day-old rice, spread the cooked rice on a baking sheet and let it cool completely before using.
  • Don't overcook the chicken. The chicken should be cooked through, but not dry. The best way to ensure this is to use a meat thermometer and cook the chicken until it reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Use a variety of vegetables. This will add flavor and texture to the casserole. Some good options include carrots, celery, onions, bell peppers, and mushrooms.
  • Use a creamy soup. This will help to bind the casserole together and make it more flavorful. Some good options include cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, or cream of celery soup.
  • Season the casserole to taste. Be sure to add salt, pepper, and any other desired seasonings before baking.
  • Top the casserole with cheese. This will give it a golden brown crust and extra flavor. Some good options include cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, or mozzarella cheese.
  • Bake the casserole until it is bubbly and hot. This usually takes about 30 minutes.

Conclusion:

Chicken on rice casserole is a classic comfort food that is easy to make and loved by people of all ages. It is a versatile dish that can be made with a variety of ingredients, so you can easily customize it to your own liking. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a hearty and satisfying dish to serve on a special occasion, chicken on rice casserole is a great option.

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