Description
Mamaw’s Chicken and Rice Casserole serves up a heartwarming experience with every bite, combining tender chicken, creamy rice, and vibrant vegetables into a nostalgic dish that feels like a warm hug. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family gatherings, this easy-to-make casserole is guaranteed to become a favorite at your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp paprika
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly spray a large baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a bowl, mix rice, cream of chicken soup, and chicken broth until well combined.
- Place seasoned chicken breasts in the baking dish and cover them with the rice mixture.
- Sprinkle frozen vegetables on top and season with onion powder, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until golden brown.
- Let rest briefly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of casserole (approx. 262g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 75mg