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Creamy Dump-and-Bake Cheesy Chicken and Rice Casserole

A generous serving of cheesy chicken and rice casserole with a golden, melted cheddar topping.
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Make this easy, one-dish Cheesy Chicken and Rice Casserole for a satisfying, comforting family dinner on busy weeknights. It bakes up creamy and cheesy with minimal effort.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or cubed
  • 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 milk
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 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, milk, onion powder, garlic powder, and pepper. Mix well.
  3. If using, stir in the frozen broccoli florets.
  4. Stir in 1 1/2 cups of the shredded cheddar cheese into the mixture.
  5. Spread the entire 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 another 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

  • You can substitute cream of celery soup for the cream of mushroom soup if you prefer.
  • For a richer flavor, use leftover rotisserie chicken.
  • If you want a crispier topping, sprinkle 1/2 cup of crushed butter crackers over the cheese during the last 10 minutes of baking.

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