Chicken rice casserole is a comforting and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a great way to use up leftover chicken and rice, and it can also be made with fresh ingredients. This casserole is also a great option for potlucks and parties, as it can be made ahead of time and reheated when you are ready to serve it. With so many variations to choose from, you are sure to find a chicken rice casserole recipe that you and your family will love!
Here are our top 20 tried and tested recipes!
BROCCOLI, RICE, CHEESE, AND CHICKEN CASSEROLE
This is a delicious twist to broccoli, rice, and cheese casserole, and is VERY easy to make. You can also cut this in half. I use the 1 can cream of mushroom soup when I make half. You can also leave out the onion. It just gives it a little added flavor, but is still very good without it.
Provided by Heather
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Baked and Roasted
Time 45m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- In a medium saucepan, bring the water to a boil. Mix in the instant rice, cover, and remove from heat. Let stand 5 minutes.
- In a 9x13 inch baking dish, mix the prepared rice, chicken, cream of mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup, butter, milk, broccoli, onion, and processed cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until cheese is melted. Stir halfway through cooking to help cheese melt evenly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 756.1 calories, Carbohydrate 82.7 g, Cholesterol 109.5 mg, Fat 30.8 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 36 g, SaturatedFat 15.2 g, Sodium 1642.3 mg, Sugar 7.6 g
EASY BAKED CHICKEN, RICE, AND BROCCOLI CASSEROLE
No-fuss weeknight chicken casserole meal which covers all the bases...budget, taste, and ease.
Provided by B's Kitchen
Time 45m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Spray a 9x13-inch baking pan with cooking spray.
- Combine chicken, soup, broccoli, rice, and water in a bowl; mix thoroughly. Transfer mixture to the prepared baking pan and cover with foil.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Uncover, stir, top with Cheddar cheese, and cover again. Continue to bake until chicken is no longer pink in the center, rice is tender, and cheese is melted and bubbly, about 10 minutes more.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 446.1 calories, Carbohydrate 45.7 g, Cholesterol 88.4 mg, Fat 13 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 34.9 g, SaturatedFat 5.7 g, Sodium 649.1 mg, Sugar 1.5 g
MAMAW'S CHICKEN AND RICE CASSEROLE
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
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
CHICKEN AND WILD RICE CASSEROLE
Provided by Trisha Yearwood
Categories main-dish
Time 1h20m
Yield 10 to 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Cook the long-grain and wild rice mixes according to the package directions. Set aside.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 9-by-13-by-2-inch casserole dish.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter. Add the mushrooms and onions and saute until the onions are translucent. Stir in the flour, cooking for 2 to 3 minutes. Slowly stir the broth (and reserved canned mushroom liquid if using) into the onion mixture, then stir in the half-and-half. Cook until the mixture has thickened, 7 to 10 minutes.
- Add the chicken, rice, toasted almonds, pimientos, parsley, salt and pepper into the wet mixture. Pour everything into the prepared casserole dish and bake, uncovered, until most of the liquid has been absorbed, 30 to 45 minutes.
CHEESY CHICKEN, BROCCOLI AND RICE CASSEROLE
This lighter, fresher version of the classic chicken casserole is sure to become a family favorite.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Side Dish
Time 1h5m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350° F. Spray 8-inch square baking dish with cooking spray.
- In 12-inch nonstick skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion; cook 3 to 4 minutes, stirring frequently, until translucent. Add mushrooms and salt; continue to cook 4 to 6 minutes or until any liquid evaporates and mushrooms are brown. Add broccoli; cook 30 seconds to 1 minute or until bright green. Transfer mixture to large bowl.
- Add rice to bowl. Stir to combine. Stir in chicken.
- In 1-quart saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Sprinkle flour over melted butter; add 1/4 teaspoon salt. Beat with whisk. Cook 1 to 2 minutes or until mixture turns light brown. Slowly beat in milk with whisk 2 tablespoons at a time until smooth and combined. Heat to boiling, stirring constantly. Continue to cook and stir 1 minute. Remove from heat; cool 5 minutes.
- Slowly beat sour cream and Cheddar cheese into sauce mixture with whisk. Reserve 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese; set aside. Beat remaining Parmesan cheese into milk mixture. Add to bowl with chicken and vegetables; stir to combine. Pour into baking dish; spread evenly.
- Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until heated through. Top with remaining Parmesan cheese. Bake 5 minutes longer.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 330, Carbohydrate 29 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 550 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 0 g
CREAMY CHICKEN AND RICE CASSEROLE
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
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
CHEESY CHICKEN AND RICE CASSEROLE
Just chicken, rice, creamy soup, Cheddar cheese and soft bread cubes, mixed together and baked. This is a quick and easy dish that even the kids like! Note: If you are in a big hurry, use cooked chicken and minute rice. Can be made ahead of time and refrigerated - just add the bread topping the night before cooking.
Provided by Lee
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes
Time 45m
Yield 5
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- To Cook Chicken: Season chicken with salt and pepper to taste, place in a microwave-safe dish, cover and cook in microwave for 5 to 6 minutes. Turn and cook another 2 to 3 minutes or until cooked through and no longer pink inside. Let cool.
- In a 9x13 inch baking dish, combine chicken, rice and soup and mix well. Top with cheese, then with bread cubes.
- Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 20 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly and bread is crunchy.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 463 calories, Carbohydrate 30.3 g, Cholesterol 107.1 mg, Fat 20.3 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 37.3 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Sodium 844.4 mg, Sugar 1.2 g
CHICKEN AND RICE CASSEROLE I
I have been making this casserole for 25 years. It is fast and easy and great for working moms and dads.
Provided by Jill D
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- In a large bowl mix the rice, dry onion soup mix, cream of mushroom soup, mushroom pieces and milk.
- Place the chicken pieces in a 9x13 inch baking dish and pour the mushroom mixture over the chicken. Cover and bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour. Uncover and bake for 15 more minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 366.8 calories, Carbohydrate 37.4 g, Cholesterol 71.7 mg, Fat 8.6 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 33.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 1252.2 mg, Sugar 4.1 g
CHICKEN AND WILD RICE CASSEROLE
A creamy chicken, wild rice, and mushroom casserole. This elegant, tasty recipe may be made in advance and baked right before company arrives! It's a real family favorite! Serve with French-style green beans or broccoli, fruit salad and French bread. That's all you need.
Provided by KITKATY
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes
Time 2h30m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Place chicken breasts in a large pot with water, wine, salt, curry powder, onion, and celery. Cover, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, and simmer for 1 hour. Remove from heat, strain (reserving broth), and refrigerate to cool. Remove chicken meat from bone, and cut into bite size pieces.
- Prepare the rice mix according to package directions. Replace the specified amount of liquid with the same amount of the reserved broth.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl combine the chicken, rice, and mushrooms. Blend in the sour cream and soup. Spoon into the prepared baking dish.
- Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 1 hour.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 385.1 calories, Carbohydrate 33.7 g, Cholesterol 87.7 mg, Fat 10.3 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 33.8 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 1325.8 mg, Sugar 3.3 g
CAMPBELL'S® CHEESY CHICKEN AND RICE CASSEROLE
So many favorite flavors and ingredients--chicken, Cheddar cheese, and vegetables--are in this one easy casserole.
Provided by Campbell's Kitchen
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Campbell's Kitchen
Time 50m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Stir the soup, water, rice, vegetables and onion powder in a 12 x 8 inch shallow baking dish.
- Top with chicken. Season chicken as desired. Cover.
- Bake at 375 degrees F for 45 minutes or until done. Top with cheese.
CHICKEN, RICE, AND BISCUIT CASSEROLE
If you love rice, cream of chicken soup, and biscuits, this is the meal for you. I remember when I was younger and my mother had made something similar to this in a kit. I decided to try to remake it without a kit to how I remember it. It's perfect for those cool rainy days.
Provided by Kristi Brown
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes
Time 50m
Yield 5
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Bring water and rice to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the rice is tender and liquid has been absorbed, 20 to 25 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Pour just enough water into a large skillet to cover the bottom in a shallow layer; add chicken pieces in a single layer. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Turn heat to medium-high and cook chicken, adding water as needed to keep pan wet, until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 7 to 10 minutes; drain liquid.
- Stir cooked rice, cooked chicken, cream of chicken soup, milk, and Mexican blend cheese together in a casserole dish. Smooth the top of the mixture with the back of a spoon. Arrange biscuit dough over the bottom layer, breaking dough pieces as needed to get maximum coverage and to avoid overlap.
- Bake in preheated oven until the biscuit topping is golden brown and the bottom layer is heated through completely, 20 to 35 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 679.8 calories, Carbohydrate 67.5 g, Cholesterol 95.8 mg, Fat 28.2 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 37.1 g, SaturatedFat 11.7 g, Sodium 1831.7 mg, Sugar 7.3 g
CHICKEN, BROCCOLI AND RICE CASSEROLE
Make and share this Chicken, Broccoli and Rice Casserole recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Therese Crosby
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 56m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Melt butter over high heat, add chopped mushrooms.
- Cook and stir for about 2 minutes.
- Add onion and chicken pieces.
- Reduce heat to medium high and cook until chicken is just cooked through.
- Stir in garlic and cook for about a minute longer.
- Add undiluted chicken soup and velveeta cheese, stir until cheese is melted.
- Remove from heat and add cooked rice, thawed broccoli, sour cream, and pepper.
- Spoon mixture together and spoon into casserole dish sprayed with cooking oil.
- Spread shredded cheese over top and bake for 20 minutes at 350 degrees.
- NOTE: Instant rice makes this a quick and easy recipe.
- Instant rice can be made in the microwave in about 4 minutes while the chicken is cooking.
- If you prefer other rice then make it ahead of time.
VEGGIE CHICKEN RICE CASSEROLE
Chicken Casserole with rice and veggies - easy to prepare. Great to use with leftover chicken. My family says it has a flavor similar to chicken pot pie.
Provided by Jennifer
Categories Main Dish Recipes Casserole Recipes Rice
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- In a large bowl combine the soup, chicken, cooked vegetables, cooked rice and water. Mix well and spread mixture in a 9x13 inch baking dish. Sprinkle crushed cracker crumbs on top and bake in the preheated oven for about 15 to 20 minutes. Let cool 10 minutes and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 591 calories, Carbohydrate 35.3 g, Cholesterol 129.7 mg, Fat 29.2 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 45 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Sodium 864.6 mg, Sugar 0.9 g
CHICKEN BROCCOLI RICE AND CHEESE CASSEROLE
3/18/13. I've updated this recipe to include alternate choices for the canned chicken the original recipe called for. Lately, I've been using store bought rotisserie chicken. I've seen a lot of recipes for broccoli, cheese and rice casseroles. However, this takes it from a side dish to a main meal casserole. It fills up the sink with dirty dishes, but that is the only draw back. You can make umpteen variations to customize the taste to your liking. I will offer substitution possibilities in the instructions.
Provided by LifeAfter40
Categories Chicken
Time 50m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Drain 2 cans of chicken breast meat (You can substitute home boiled chicken or rotisserie- just chop it small).
- Boil broccoli till tender; drain.
- Boil rice. (You can substitute a packet of broccoli cheese rice mix such as Lipton's. Depending on amount of rice you want, might want to make two packets).
- Melt margarine in large frying pan. Saute onions till glassy. Add both soups and stir well. Add cheese and mix till melted. Remove from heat.
- Lightly grease a 13 x 9 glass dish.
- Spread rice evenly over bottom of dish.
- Spread broccoli over rice layer.
- Pour 1/3 of cheese sauce over the broccoli and rice and spread evenly.
- Spread chicken on top of cheese sauce and top with remaining sauce.
- If desired, sprinkle more shredded cheese on top.
- Bake at 350 for 30 minutes.
ASPARAGUS, CHICKEN, WILD RICE CASSEROLE
I found this recipe several years ago while looking for something unusual but simple I could prepare for company. I could prepare for company. It's a dish that I've served many times since then-with a salad and rolls, it makes a complete meal. My husband and I both grew up in the country. We're living in a suburb of a big city now, but we hope to move to a rural area. Meanwhile, two small children, home improvement projects, sewing and needlework keep me busy.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h25m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Spread rice in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Add the broth and mushrooms; dot with 2 tablespoons butter. Arrange chicken in center of dish; sprinkle with onion soup mix. Spoon mushroom soup over top. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 1 hour. Arrange asparagus around edges of dish. Melt remaining butter; brush over asparagus and sprinkle with paprika. Bake 15-20 minutes longer or until asparagus is tender.
Nutrition Facts :
EASY CHICKEN WITH RICE CASSEROLE
Nothing to it! This convenient, comforting entrée needs 15 minutes to put in the oven...or put in the fridge and bake it later.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 2h15m
Yield 5
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat oven to 325°F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. In large bowl, mix uncooked rice, both soups and water; pour into baking dish.
- Arrange chicken, skin side up, over rice mixture. Brush chicken with melted butter; drizzle with any remaining butter. Sprinkle with paprika. Cover tightly with foil.
- Bake 1 1/2 hours. Uncover; bake 20 to 30 minutes longer or until juice of chicken is clear when thickest part is cut to bone (at least 165°F).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 460, Carbohydrate 41 g, Cholesterol 90 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 31 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1/5 of Recipe, Sodium 910 mg, Sugar 1 g, TransFat 0 g
CHICKEN AND RICE CASSEROLE
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
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.
CHICKEN AND RICE CASSEROLE
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
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
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
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
Quick 'n' easy chicken and rice casserole.
Provided by sharker
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes
Time 1h10m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Spread rice into a casserole dish. Lay chicken breasts onto the bed of rice. Sprinkle French onion soup mix over the chicken. Pour cream of mushroom soup over the chicken. Cover casserole dish with aluminum foil.
- Bake in preheated oven for 45 minutes. Remove aluminum foil and continue baking until the rice is tender and the chicken no longer pink in the center, about 15 minutes more.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 382.1 calories, Carbohydrate 46.5 g, Cholesterol 68.4 mg, Fat 6.4 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 32.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 1189.3 mg, Sugar 1.5 g
Tips:
- Choose the right rice. Long-grain rice, such as basmati or jasmine rice, is best for this casserole. It cooks up light and fluffy, and it doesn't get mushy.
- Cook the rice ahead of time. This will save you time when you're assembling the casserole. You can cook the rice the day before, or even a few days before, and store it in the refrigerator.
- Use a variety of vegetables. This will add color, texture, and flavor to the casserole. Some good choices include carrots, celery, onions, bell peppers, and broccoli.
- Don't overcook the chicken. Chicken that is overcooked will be dry and tough. Cook it just until it is cooked through, about 10-12 minutes per side.
- Use a creamy sauce. A creamy sauce will help to bind the casserole together and make it more flavorful. You can use a simple white sauce, or you can add some herbs or spices for extra flavor.
- Top the casserole with cheese. Cheese is a classic topping for chicken and rice casserole. It melts and gets golden brown in the oven, and it adds a delicious flavor to the casserole.
- Bake the casserole until it is bubbly and hot. This will ensure that the casserole is cooked through and that the cheese is melted.
Conclusion:
Chicken and rice casserole is a classic comfort food that is easy to make and always a hit with the family. With a few simple tips, you can make a chicken and rice casserole that is even better than the classic. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give chicken and rice casserole a try. You won't be disappointed.
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