Best 7 Chicken Brown Rice Casserole Recipes

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Embark on a delightful culinary journey with our curated collection of chicken and brown rice casserole recipes, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. These comforting and versatile dishes are perfect for busy weeknights, special occasions, or potlucks.

Dive into the classic Chicken and Brown Rice Casserole, a hearty and flavorful one-pot meal that combines tender chicken, fluffy brown rice, and a creamy sauce. For a touch of Mexican flair, try the Mexican Chicken and Rice Casserole, bursting with zesty spices, juicy chicken, and a delightful blend of vegetables.

If you're craving a cheesy delight, the Chicken, Broccoli, and Rice Casserole is sure to satisfy. This casserole features tender chicken, crisp broccoli florets, and a rich, cheesy sauce that will leave you craving more.

For a healthier option, the Chicken and Brown Rice Casserole with Vegetables is packed with colorful vegetables, lean chicken, and a light sauce, providing a wholesome and satisfying meal.

And for those who love a creamy and flavorful dish, the Chicken and Mushroom Casserole is a must-try. Featuring juicy chicken, earthy mushrooms, and a velvety sauce, this casserole is a true crowd-pleaser.

Get ready to explore a world of flavors with our collection of chicken and brown rice casserole recipes. From classic comfort food to healthier options and flavorful variations, these dishes are sure to become family favorites.

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CHICKEN, VEGETABLE AND BROWN RICE CASSEROLE



Chicken, Vegetable and Brown Rice Casserole image

A good and fairly quick recipe. Little preparation time and one dish cooking, who could ask for more?

Provided by emtpixie

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 2h

Yield 1 casserole, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 lbs chicken pieces
1 cup brown rice or 1 cup wild rice, uncooked
2 (10 1/2 ounce) cans of regular cream of mushroom soup or 2 (10 1/2 ounce) cans 98% fat-free cream of mushroom soup
3/4 cup water
4 tablespoons dill weed
3 teaspoons paprika
1 1/2 cups diced celery
1 medium onion, diced
2 cups chopped carrots
1 cup whole grain cracker, crushed
4 tablespoons butter or 4 tablespoons margarine
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  • In a 9x13" or larger casserole dish stir together rice, soup, water, 2 tablespoons of dill weed, 1 teaspoon of paprika, salt and pepper to taste, celery, onion, and carrots.
  • make sure rice is covered by liquid.
  • Skin chicken pieces and place meat side up on top of rice and vegetable mixture, leaving about 1" between pieces.
  • Cover casserole dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 1 hour.
  • After 1 hour, remove casserole from oven and check chicken for doneness by piercing thickest pieces and looking for clear juices.
  • If juices are pink or unclear put casserole back in oven and bake until juices run clear.
  • Meanwhile in a medium saucepan melt butter or margarine over low heat.
  • Remove pan from heat and add in the crushed crackers, remaining 2 tablespoons of dill, and remaining 2 teaspoons of paprika.
  • Stir well until butter is absorbed and mixture is moist.
  • Remove casserole from oven and discard aluminum foil.
  • Spoon cracker mixture over chicken pieces only and spread.
  • Place casserole back in oven and bake 10-15 minutes more or until cracker mixture is firm but not dry.
  • Remove casserole from oven and let stand 10 minutes or until liquid is absorbed into the rice.

CHICKEN & BROWN RICE CASSEROLE



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This one is a bit healthier and there is no cream soup in it. You can add or remove vegetables and it will still be good.

Provided by Bobbiann

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups brown rice
1 (40 g) package onion soup mix
1 onion, chopped
1 (10 ounce) can mushrooms (optional)
4 cups water or 4 cups broth
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon parsley
1/2 green pepper, chopped
2 lbs chicken pieces (drumsticks or boneless or whatever)

Steps:

  • In casserole dish, mix together all ingredients except chicken.
  • Place chicken on top.
  • Cover and bake at 350º-400º for 1 hour 15 minutes or until rice and chicken are cooked.

CURRIED CHICKEN AND BROWN RICE CASSEROLE



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So easy to make, this is flavorful, warm comfort food at its best. Freezes wonderfully, as well.

Provided by ISYBEL

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Indian

Time 1h15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup water
1 (8 ounce) can stewed tomatoes
¾ cup quick-cooking brown rice
½ cup raisins
1 tablespoon lemon juice
3 teaspoons curry powder
1 cube chicken bouillon
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon salt
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 bay leaf
¾ pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into 1 inch pieces

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a skillet, stir together water, stewed tomatoes, brown rice, raisins, lemon juice, curry powder, bouillon, ground cinnamon, salt, garlic, and bay leaf. Bring to a boil; then stir in chicken. Transfer mixture to a casserole dish.
  • Cover, and bake in the preheated oven 45 minutes, stirring occasionally, until rice is tender and chicken juices run clear.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 241.4 calories, Carbohydrate 34.5 g, Cholesterol 49.6 mg, Fat 2 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 22.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 620.3 mg, Sugar 14.5 g

BROWN RICE AND CHICKEN CASSEROLE



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Made with cream of asparagus soup, this recipe is easy and delicious.

Provided by GRLBUG

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Baked and Roasted

Time 1h45m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 (10.75 ounce) cans condensed cream of asparagus soup
10 ¾ fluid ounces milk
1 ½ cups water
1 pound chopped cooked chicken
1 cup uncooked brown rice
2 (14.5 ounce) cans French cut green beans
1 ½ cups shredded Cheddar cheese
1 cup chopped onion
3 cloves garlic, crushed
1 tablespoon dried parsley
1 ½ teaspoons dried basil
1 teaspoon dried dill weed
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Lightly grease a medium casserole dish.
  • In a large bowl, mix the soup, milk, water, chicken, rice, green beans, Cheddar cheese, onion, and garlic. Season with parsley, basil, dill, salt, and pepper. Transfer to the prepared casserole dish.
  • Bake 1 1/2 hours in the preheated oven, until rice is tender. If water is absorbed too quickly, add more as needed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 238.5 calories, Carbohydrate 19.1 g, Cholesterol 47.4 mg, Fat 10 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 17.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 714.3 mg, Sugar 3.1 g

GLUTEN FREE CHICKEN, BROCCOLI AND BROWN RICE CASSEROLE RECIPE



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This is a quick, easy way leftover chicken and leftover rice... you my add seasonings according to you preference. If you like, you can add cream cheese and/or Parmesan cheese to the roux for an Alfredo-like casserole. Instead of using canned cream of chicken (or any "cream of" soup), a very easy roux is made from cornstarch,...

Provided by Nancilee Iozzia

Categories     Casseroles

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb cooked chicken, cut up
1 c cooked brown rice (you may use white rice)
1 1/2 c uncooked broccoli florets (fresh or frozen, if using frozen, microwave for about 3 min. to thaw)
2 Tbsp butter
2 Tbsp cornstarch
1 1/2 c cups fat free milk
salt and pepper to taste
(other seasonings i like are: curry powdercurry powder, italian seasoning, poultry seasoning... feel free to experiment!)
2 Tbsp (or more) . gluten freegluten free bread crumbsbread crumbs (i add italian seasoning to the crumbs)
cream cheese and/or parmesan cheese (amount depends upon your taste - taste - there is no hard and fast amount) to the roux for an alfredo-like casserole.

Steps:

  • 1. Combine chicken, broccoli and rice in an ovenproof casserole dish. Toss to mix.
  • 2. To make the roux: melt the butter in a medium size saucepan. Add the cornstarch and blend thoroughly. While blending, add the milk and seasonings. Continue stirring until a cream soup consistency is reached. At this point, you may add the cheese(s). Since the cheese will thicken the sauce, you may have to add more milk.
  • 3. Pour the sauce over the chicken/broccoli/rice mixture. Top with gluten free bread crumbs.
  • 4. Bake in pre-heated 350 F oven, uncovered, for 20-30 minutes (depending upon your oven). Remove from oven and serve.

CHICKEN, MUSHROOM, AND BROWN RICE SLOW COOKER CASSEROLE RECIPE - (4/5)



Chicken, Mushroom, and Brown Rice Slow Cooker Casserole Recipe - (4/5) image

Provided by SapphireBlu957

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 spray(s) cooking spray
20 oz uncooked boneless skinless chicken thigh(s), use eight 2 1/2 oz thighs
2 cup(s) canned chicken broth, reduced-sodium
1/2 pound(s) cremini mushroom(s), sliced
1 cup(s) uncooked leek(s), white and pale green parts only, thinly sliced, washed carefully for grit
1 cup(s) uncooked carrot(s), thinly sliced
1 cup(s) uncooked celery, thinly sliced
3/4 cup(s) uncooked long grain brown rice, medium-grain (such as brown Arborio)
2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp Dijon Mustard
1 tsp dried sage
1 tsp table salt
1/2 tsp black pepper, freshly ground

Steps:

  • Coat a large nonstick skillet with cooking spray; warm over medium heat. Add the chicken thighs and brown, turning once, about 6 minutes; set aside. Combine the remaining ingredients in a 5- to 6-quart slow cooker; nestle the chicken thighs in the mixture. Cover and cook on low for 7 hours. Yields 1 chicken thigh and about 2/3 cup rice-vegetable mixture per serving. 7 Points

CHICKEN, MUSHROOM AND BROWN RICE SLOW COOKER CASSEROLE RECIPE - (4/5)



Chicken, Mushroom and Brown Rice Slow Cooker Casserole Recipe - (4/5) image

Provided by marck

Number Of Ingredients 13

Cooking spray
8 skinless chicken thigh(s), about 2 1/2 oz each
2 C chicken broth, reduced-sodium
1/2 lb cremini mushrooms, sliced
1 C leeks, white and pale green parts only, thinly sliced, washed carefully for grit
1 C carrots, thinly sliced
1 C celery, thinly sliced
3/4 C uncooked brown rice, medium-grain (such as brown Arborio)
2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1 tsp dried sage
1 tsp table salt
1/2 tsp black pepper, freshly ground

Steps:

  • 1. Coat a large nonstick skillet with cooking spray; warm over medium heat. Add the chicken thighs and brown, turning once, about 6 minutes; set aside. 2. Combine the remaining ingredients in a 5- to 6-quart slow cooker; nestle the chicken thighs in the mixture. Cover and cook on low for 7 hours.

Tips:

- Use cooked and shredded chicken to save time. - Use low-sodium chicken broth to control the saltiness of the dish. - Add vegetables such as chopped carrots, celery, or broccoli to the casserole for extra nutrition and flavor. - If you don't have cream of chicken soup, you can make your own by blending cooked chicken, milk, flour, butter, and seasonings. - Serve the casserole with a side salad or roasted vegetables.

Conclusion:

This chicken and brown rice casserole is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own preferences. With its combination of chicken, rice, vegetables, and creamy sauce, this casserole is sure to be a hit with the whole family.

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