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Creamy Dump-and-Bake Cheesy Chicken and Rice Casserole

A spoonful of creamy, cheesy chicken and rice topped with melted cheddar cheese being lifted from a white bowl.
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Make this easy, one-dish Cheesy Chicken and Rice Casserole for a satisfying, comforting weeknight dinner. It requires minimal prep and delivers creamy, cheesy results the whole family will enjoy.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
  • 1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
  • 1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
  • 1 cup frozen broccoli florets (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cooked chicken, cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, uncooked rice, chicken broth, sour cream, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. If using, stir in the frozen broccoli florets.
  3. Mix all ingredients thoroughly until everything is evenly coated.
  4. Fold in 1 1/2 cups of the shredded cheddar cheese into the mixture.
  5. Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
  6. Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil.
  7. Bake for 45 minutes.
  8. Remove the foil and sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of cheddar cheese over the top.
  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

  • If you use raw chicken, cook it first or increase the initial covered baking time to 60 minutes.
  • For a slow cooker version, combine all ingredients except half the cheese, cook on low for 4 hours, then stir in remaining cheese and cook for 15 more minutes until melted.
  • You can substitute cream of celery soup for the mushroom soup if you prefer.

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