Best 7 Almond Chicken And Rice Casserole Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with our tantalizing almond chicken and rice casserole, a symphony of flavors that will delight your taste buds. Picture tender chicken enveloped in a creamy almond sauce, nestled amidst fluffy rice and a medley of vegetables. Each bite offers a harmonious blend of savory and nutty flavors, with a crispy almond topping adding an irresistible crunch.

This delectable dish is not only a feast for the senses but also a breeze to prepare. Discover a treasure trove of variations, including a delightful vegan option and a zesty lemon-herb twist. For those seeking a gluten-free alternative, we have just the recipe you need. And if you're craving something a little more indulgent, try our creamy version or the one featuring a crispy almond topping. No matter your dietary preferences, we have a recipe that will satisfy your cravings.

Prepare to embark on a culinary adventure with our almond chicken and rice casserole. Let the enticing aromas fill your kitchen as you create this flavorful masterpiece. Savor the moment as you relish each bite, transported to a world of culinary bliss.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHICKEN AND RICE CASSEROLE



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This old-fashioned Chicken and Rice Casserole comes together in just 10 minutes!

Provided by Blair Lonergan

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups cooked, diced chicken
3 cups cooked rice
¾ cup mayonnaise
1 (10.5 oz) can condensed cream of chicken soup, NOT diluted (or use cream of mushroom or cream of celery soup)
1 cup chicken broth
1 small onion, diced
1 cup diced celery
½ cup slivered or sliced almonds
1 sleeve Ritz crackers, coarsely crushed (about 30 crackers or 1 ½ cups crumbs)
4 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Spray a 9 x 13-inch baking dish with cooking spray and set aside.
  • In a large bowl, stir together chicken, rice, mayonnaise, condensed soup, chicken broth, onion, celery and almonds. Transfer to the prepared baking dish.
  • In a separate bowl, stir together Ritz cracker crumbs and melted butter. Sprinkle over top of the casserole.
  • Bake, uncovered, for 25-30 minutes (or until hot, bubbly, and golden brown on top).

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 /8 of the casserole, Calories 366.6 kcal, Carbohydrate 31.6 g, Protein 16.5 g, Fat 19.7 g, SaturatedFat 5.7 g, Cholesterol 54.6 mg, Sodium 657.3 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 2.1 g, UnsaturatedFat 9.7 g

BAKED FISH AND RICE



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"I just recently tried this simple-to-fix meal-in-one, and it was an instant hit here at our house," states Jo Groth of Plainfield, Iowa. "Fish and rice are a tasty change of pace from traditional meat-and-potato fare."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1-1/2 cups chicken broth
1/2 cup uncooked long grain rice
1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
3 cups frozen chopped broccoli, thawed and drained
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
1 can (2.8 ounces) french-fried onions, divided
1 pound cod
Dash paprika
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine the broth, rice, Italian seasoning and garlic powder, bring to a boil. Transfer to a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Cover and bake at 375° for 10 minutes. Add the broccoli, Parmesan cheese and half of the onions. Top with fish fillets; sprinkle with paprika., Cover and bake 20-25 minutes longer or until the fish flakes easily with a fork. Uncover; sprinkle with cheddar cheese and remaining onions. Return to the oven for 3 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 392 calories, Fat 16g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 81mg cholesterol, Sodium 722mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

ALMOND CHICKEN CASSEROLE



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This mouthwatering casserole makes an excellent potluck dish. It's creamy and just bursting with flavor. A golden topping made of cornflakes and almonds offers crunch appeal! -Michelle Krzmarzick, Redondo Beach, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 cups cubed cooked chicken
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1 cup sour cream
3/4 cup mayonnaise
2 celery ribs, chopped
3 hard-boiled large eggs, chopped
1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained
1 can (8 ounces) water chestnuts, drained and chopped
1 tablespoon finely chopped onion
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup crushed cornflakes
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1/4 cup sliced almonds

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first 12 ingredients. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish; sprinkle with cheese. , Toss cornflakes with butter; sprinkle over cheese. Top with almonds. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 472 calories, Fat 37g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 164mg cholesterol, Sodium 834mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 19g protein.

ALMOND CHICKEN RICE CASSEROLE



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Found this great little recipe waiting in my inbox this afternoon and I just knew it would be delicious with just a wee bit of tweaking. Recipe & photo: favehealthyrecipes.com

Provided by Ellen Bales

Categories     Casseroles

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 c boneless skinless chicken breasts, diced
1/2 c fat-free mayonnaise
1/2 c plain fat-free yogurt
1 can(s) (10.75 oz.) cream of chicken or mushroom soup
2 c lowfat chicken broth
1/2 tsp white pepper
1-1/2 tsp salt
2 Tbsp lemon juice
3 Tbsp onion, chopped
4 c cooked brown rice - or - cooked egg noodles
1 can(s) (8 oz.) sliced water chestnuts
1 1/2 c sliced almonds, divided
1 c celery, chopped
1/3 c butter or lowfat margarine, whichever you prefer
2 c corn flakes

Steps:

  • 1. In a large bowl, combine the chicken, mayonnaise, yogurt, soup, chicken broth, pepper, salt, lemon juice, onion, rice, water chestnuts, 1 cup of the almonds, and celery.
  • 2. Place the mixture into a large buttered casserole dish, about 9x13-inch.
  • 3. Mix the remaining 1/2 cup almonds, butter and corn flakes together and sprinkle over the top of the casserole.
  • 4. Bake in a preheated 350-degree oven for 35-45 minutes, or until bubbly.

ALMOND CHICKEN AND RICE CASSEROLE



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This is a recipe that has been in my family for many years. It is counted as a favorite with my husband and kids. Very quick and easy prep.

Provided by Rooster_814

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h40m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups long grain rice
2 (10 1/2 ounce) cans cream of chicken soup
1 (10 1/2 ounce) can cream of mushroom soup
4 -5 boneless skinless chicken breasts
3 -4 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup milk
parmesan cheese
sliced almonds
parsley

Steps:

  • Melt butter and add soups and milk. Reserve 1 C soup mixture. Add rice to remaining soup mixture. Pour into 9x13 baking dish. Cut chicken breasts into thirds and place on top of rice and soup. Pour remaining cup of soup over all. Sprinkle with parmesan cheese, parsley and almonds on top. Bake covered at 350 degrees for about 1 1/2 hours. Check after one hour and stir rice.
  • **Sometimes I like to make this with lower fat content. When I do I decrease the amount of rice by 1/2 C, eliminate 1 can of cream of chicken soup and add in the place 1 1/2 C chicken broth and leave out the butter and almonds. It is still very creamy and very tasty. I also use lowfat cream soups.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 759.1, Fat 24.8, SaturatedFat 10.1, Cholesterol 107.5, Sodium 1612.9, Carbohydrate 91, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 2, Protein 39.7

SPICY ALMOND CHICKEN AND RICE



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 3h20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 30

1/4 cup almond butter
1/2 cup chicken stock/poaching liquid from Poached Chicken, recipe follows
1/4 to 1/3 cup hoisin sauce
1/4 to 1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce or liquid aminos
1-inch piece ginger root, grated
2 cloves garlic, grated
1 to 2 tablespoons Sriracha, optional
Juice of 1 lime
Black pepper
2 tablespoons vegetable or stir-fry oil
2 medium leeks or 1 yellow onion, halved and sliced 1/4-inch thick
3 to 4 ribs celery, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced on an angle
2 carrots, peeled and sliced into matchsticks
1 to 2 red long, jalapeno or Fresno chiles, thinly sliced
1/2 pound sugar snap peas or defrosted whole snap peas, thinly sliced on an angle
1 can sliced water chestnuts, drained
About 1 1/2 pounds cooked Poached Chicken, recipe follows, pulled or thinly sliced
Salt to taste
1 cup white or brown rice, cooked to package directions
About 1/4 cup sliced or slivered almonds
One 4-to 5-pound chicken
2 ribs celery, coarsely chopped
1 carrot, peeled and coarsely chopped
1 onion, peeled and quartered
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 lemon, sliced
1 large fresh bay leaf
1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
Herb bundle of parsley, rosemary and thyme tied with a string
Salt

Steps:

  • In a small pot, loosen the almond butter over low heat, then add the stock, hoisin, soy sauce, ginger, garlic, Sriracha and lime juice, season with black pepper, bring to a bubble and simmer to let sauce thicken and flavors combine.
  • Heat the oil over high heat in a large skillet. Add the leeks or onions, celery, carrots, chiles and snap peas and stir-fry to tender-crisp, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the water chestnuts and toss to combine. Add the sauce and chicken and toss to combine. Season with salt to taste. Cool and store for a make-ahead meal. Reheat quickly over medium-high heat when you are ready to serve.
  • To serve, cook the rice to package directions. Toast the almonds in a small pan until golden and fragrant.
  • Serve the chicken with the rice; sprinkle with the almonds.
  • Place the chicken in a large stockpot. Add the celery, carrot, onion, garlic, lemon, bay leaf, peppercorns and the herb bundle; season with salt. Cover the chicken with water and bring to a boil; reduce the heat to a low, rolling simmer. Simmer 60 to 75 minutes, then cool the chicken in its stock. Strain the stock. Remove the chicken in large pieces from the skin and bones. Cut half of the meat into bite-size chunks. Thinly slice or pull the remaining meat.

ALMOND CHICKEN AND RICE



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Sliced almonds lend an elegant touch to this fast and easy weeknight chicken and rice skillet dish.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 30m

Yield Makes 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 small boneless skinless chicken breasts (1 lb.)
1/4 cup KRAFT Tuscan House Italian Dressing, divided
1-1/4 cups fat-free reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
2 cups broccoli florets
1 cup instant white rice, uncooked
1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted, divided

Steps:

  • Cook chicken in 2 Tbsp. dressing in large nonstick skillet on medium heat 4 min. on each side or until evenly browned.
  • Stir in broth, garlic powder and remaining dressing; bring to boil. Cover; simmer 5 min or until chicken is done (165ºF). Remove chicken; cover to keep warm.
  • Add broccoli to skillet; cook, uncovered, 3 min. Stir in rice and 3 Tbsp. nuts. Remove from heat; cover. Let stand 7 min. Serve chicken over rice; top with remaining nuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330, Fat 13 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Sodium 370 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 31 g

Tips:

  • To save time, use pre-cooked chicken or leftover rotisserie chicken.
  • If you don't have cream of chicken soup, you can use cream of celery or cream of mushroom soup instead.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables to the casserole, such as broccoli, carrots, or peas.
  • Top the casserole with a sprinkle of shredded cheese before baking for a cheesy crust.
  • Serve the casserole with a side of rice or noodles.

Conclusion:

This almond chicken and rice casserole is an easy and delicious weeknight meal that the whole family will love. It's also a great way to use up leftover chicken. With its creamy sauce, tender chicken, and crunchy almonds, this casserole is sure to be a hit. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner idea, give this almond chicken and rice casserole a try.

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