Cheesy Chicken Rice Bake
A creamy and comforting baked casserole made with tender chicken, fluffy rice, and a golden layer of melted cheddar cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights, family dinners, and make-ahead meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 1 cup uncooked long grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 can (10.5 ounces) cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup milk
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup frozen peas
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, stir together uncooked rice, chicken broth, cream of chicken soup, milk, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, diced onion, frozen peas, and 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese until well combined.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Lightly grease a 9 by 13 inch baking dish.
- Assemble the Dish: Pour mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly. Sprinkle remaining 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese over the top.
- Cook to Perfection: Cover tightly with foil and bake for 40 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 20 minutes, or until rice is tender and cheese is golden and bubbling.
- Finishing Touches: Let rest for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.
- Serve and Enjoy: Scoop onto plates and serve warm.
Notes
- Use freshly shredded cheese for better melting.
- If top browns too quickly, loosely cover with foil.
- Let the casserole rest before serving so it sets properly.
Find it online: https://tastyze.com/cheesy-chicken-rice-bake/