Best 8 Creamy Baked Chicken And Rice Casserole Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary masterpiece that combines the comforting flavors of creamy chicken, fluffy rice, and a medley of vegetables in a delectable baked casserole. This Creamy Baked Chicken and Rice Casserole is a symphony of textures and flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. The tender chicken, cooked to perfection, pairs harmoniously with the fluffy rice, creating a hearty and satisfying foundation for this delightful dish. Vegetables, such as carrots, celery, and onions, add a burst of freshness and crunch, while the creamy sauce, made with a blend of cream of chicken soup, milk, and sour cream, envelops every bite in a velvety embrace. This casserole is not only a feast for the senses but also a breeze to prepare, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknight dinners or casual family gatherings. Discover the detailed recipe inside and embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving more.

Additional Recipes Featured in the Article:

1. **Creamy Chicken and Rice Soup:** Transform your leftover chicken into a soul-warming soup that is perfect for chilly days. This easy-to-make soup combines tender chicken, fluffy rice, and a creamy broth, creating a comforting and flavorful meal that the whole family will love.

2. **Chicken and Rice Casserole with Broccoli:** Elevate your casserole game with the addition of vibrant broccoli florets. This recipe combines chicken, rice, and broccoli in a creamy sauce, topped with a golden brown crust. It's a delicious and nutritious dish that is sure to impress your guests.

3. **Cheesy Chicken and Rice Casserole:** Indulge in a cheesy delight with this irresistible casserole. Layers of chicken, rice, and a creamy cheese sauce create a mouthwatering combination that is sure to satisfy your cravings. It's a perfect dish for potlucks, parties, or a cozy night in.

4. **Chicken and Rice Casserole with Vegetables:** Pack your casserole with a variety of colorful vegetables for a healthy and flavorful meal. This recipe incorporates a medley of vegetables, such as carrots, celery, peas, and corn, along with chicken and rice, in a creamy sauce. It's a wholesome and satisfying dish that is perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner.

5. **One-Pot Chicken and Rice Casserole:** Simplify your cooking with this convenient one-pot casserole. This recipe combines chicken, rice, vegetables, and a creamy sauce all in one pot, making cleanup a breeze. It's a quick and easy meal that is perfect for busy individuals or families on the go.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

CREAMY BAKED CHICKEN AND WILD RICE CASSEROLE



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Provided by Sunny Anderson

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h25m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

6 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus more for casserole dish
5 cups water
1 sprig fresh thyme
1 bay leaf 2 tablespoons salt
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 1/3 cups wild rice
6 tablespoons dark brown sugar
1 cup cranberries, fresh or frozen
2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary leaves
1/4 cup bread crumbs
Salt
5 ounces button mushrooms, quartered, (about 2 cups)
1 small onion, chopped
2 1/2 cups heavy cream
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 cups shredded Gruyere cheese
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Butter a 9 by 13-inch casserole dish.
  • In a large saucepan, combine the water, thyme, bay leaf, and salt and bring to a boil over medium heat. Add the chicken and simmer until cooked through, about 15 minutes, depending on thickness of the chicken. Remove the chicken to a cutting board. When cool enough to handle, dice into 1/2-inch cubes and reserve.
  • Return the water to a boil, add the wild rice, and cover. Cook over medium heat until the rice grains split, 40 to 45 minutes. Drain the excess water, transfer the rice to a bowl and set aside.
  • In a small pot, over medium heat, add 2 tablespoons of butter. When the butter is melted add the brown sugar, cranberries, rosemary, bread crumbs, and a pinch of salt. Stir until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is uniform. Transfer to a bowl and set aside. In a large straight-sided saute pan over medium-high heat, melt 2 tablespoons butter. Add the mushrooms, onions, and a pinch of salt. Saute until the mushrooms are browned, about 5 minutes. Add the heavy cream and the cinnamon, bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer about 2 minutes to thicken slightly. Add the Gruyere and mix to incorporate. Add the rice and chicken to the pot and stir to combine. Season the mixture with salt and pepper, to taste, then transfer it to the prepared casserole dish. Spread the cranberry mixture evenly over the top of the casserole and bake until golden and bubbling, about 15 to 20 minutes. Remove from the oven and serve hot.

CREAMY CHICKEN AND RICE CASSEROLE



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This nostalgic dish evokes the Old School casseroles your grandmother used to make-but in easy mode to make it quick, delicious, and great for a weeknight. Rotisserie chicken and precooked rice (or leftover rice) are combined with easy-prep veggies and baked with a flour-thickened broth that has a little sour cream added for creaminess.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
4 cups sliced mixed mushrooms (10 ounces)
2 shallots, minced
Salt and pepper
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 1/4 cups chicken broth
4 cups shredded chicken, from a small rotisserie chicken
2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
1/2 cup frozen peas
1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream
1 cup fresh breadcrumbs

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium. Add mushrooms and shallots and season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring, until mushrooms are tender and browned, 10 minutes. Add remaining 2 tablespoons oil and the flour. Stir to combine and cook 1 minute.
  • Add chicken broth, whisking constantly, and bring to a boil. Add chicken and rice and return to a simmer. Stir in peas, parsley, and sour cream; season with salt and pepper. Transfer mixture to an 8-inch square baking dish. Top with breadcrumbs.
  • Bake until top is golden brown and mixture is warm throughout, 15 to 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 616 g, Fat 42 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 23 g, SaturatedFat 11 g

EASY AND DELICIOUS CHICKEN AND RICE CASSEROLE



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This recipe is so easy to make. Just cover with foil and bake! This is really nice to make before going to church or even put in a slow cooker before work. Yum!

Provided by J. Saunders

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup uncooked white rice
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
1 ⅞ cups water
1 (1 ounce) package dry onion soup mix
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Spread rice in the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish. Rinse chicken and pat dry; arrange chicken pieces on top of rice.
  • Mix soup and water together and pour over chicken and rice. Sprinkle dry onion soup mix on top. Cover and seal TIGHTLY with foil. Bake in the preheated oven for 1 to 1 1/2 hours. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 314.1 calories, Carbohydrate 38.8 g, Cholesterol 59.6 mg, Fat 5 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 26.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 958.8 mg, Sugar 0.8 g

EASY CREAMY CHICKEN AND RICE CASSEROLE



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Quick to put together and super delicious. My family loves this easy chicken recipe and everyone I have made it for asks for it!

Provided by Tiffany J Brooks

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Casserole Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

cooking spray
2 cups chicken stock
1 (23 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
1 (23 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
½ cup butter, melted
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 ½ cups instant white rice
1 ½ pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast, cubed
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Spray a deep 9x13-inch (or larger) baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Mix chicken stock, condensed soups, melted butter, salt, and pepper together in a bowl.
  • Spread rice on the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Top with cubed chicken. Carefully pour stock-soup mixture over top, being careful it doesn't overflow. Sprinkle Cheddar cheese over top to cover.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until chicken is cooked through and cheese is nicely browned, 60 to 75 minutes, depending on size of chicken cubes. Remove from the oven and cool for about 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 567.7 calories, Carbohydrate 36.4 g, Cholesterol 115.3 mg, Fat 32.8 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 30.6 g, SaturatedFat 16.3 g, Sodium 1533.3 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

CREAMY CHICKEN RICE CASSEROLE



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We love rice, so I serve it at almost every meal. This is a stand-by in our home.-Donna Tyler, Riverdale, Arkansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h40m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 broiler/fryer chicken (3 to 3-1/2 pounds), cut up
2 quarts water
2 teaspoons salt
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
3 cups uncooked long grain rice
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
3 celery ribs, diced
2 medium onions, diced
1 medium carrot, grated

Steps:

  • Place the chicken, water, salt, garlic and thyme in a large kettle or Dutch oven. Cover and cook until chicken is tender, about 1-1/4 hours. , Remove chicken from broth; cool. Remove meat from bones; discard bones and cut meat into chunks. Set aside. Skim fat from broth. Place 3-1/2 cups broth in a bowl (save remaining broth for another use); add chicken and remaining ingredients. Transfer to a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Cover and bake at 350° for 55 minutes or until rice is tender.

Nutrition Facts :

EASY CHICKEN RICE CASSEROLE



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Chicken pieces and rice baked slowly in milk and cream of chicken soup. A simple, creamy casserole. You can also use a whole (2 to 3 pound) chicken, cut into pieces. The choice is yours so choose and choose well! Then enjoy!

Provided by VET2B01

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cut into bite size pieces
2 cups milk
2 cups uncooked white rice
2 (10.75 ounce) cans condensed cream of chicken soup
1 teaspoon seasoned salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a medium bowl combine the milk, rice, soup and seasoned salt if desired. Mix well. Pour mixture into a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking dish. Add the chicken pieces.
  • Cover dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for approximately 90 minutes or until rice is done, stirring every 30 minutes. Uncover the dish and bake for another 15 minutes to allow the rice to brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 516.8 calories, Carbohydrate 67 g, Cholesterol 81.8 mg, Fat 10.7 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 34.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 910.7 mg, Sugar 5.3 g

CREAMY BAKED CHICKEN AND RICE CASSEROLE



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Try our delicious Creamy Baked Chicken and Rice Casserole Recipe. What makes this Creamy Baked Chicken and Rice Casserole so creamy? It's the sauce.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 tub (7.5 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Chive & Onion Cream Cheese Spread (about 1/2 cup)
1/4 cup milk
1 tsp. dried Italian seasoning
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
2 cups CLASSICO Marinara with Plum Tomatoes & Olive Oil Pasta Sauce
2-1/2 cups cooked whole grain brown rice
2 cups chopped cooked chicken
1 cup frozen cut green beans
1 Tbsp. chopped fresh basil
1 cup bread crumbs
1 Tbsp. butter, melted
2 Tbsp. KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F.
  • Mix cream cheese spread, milk and seasonings in large bowl until blended. Stir in marinara sauce. Add rice, chicken, green beans and basil; mix well.
  • Spoon into 2.5-qt. casserole dish, mine is 4x13x9, sprayed with non-stick cooking spray; cover.
  • Bake 30 minutes. Uncover and stir. Combine remaining ingredients; sprinkle over casserole. Bake 20-25 minutes or until casserole is heated through and topping is golden brown. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 420, Fat 16 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Sodium 630 mg, Carbohydrate 44 g, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 7 g, Protein 24 g

CREAMY CHICKEN AND RICE



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This casserole is very creamy with a crunchy topping. It tastes even better when reheated for leftovers!

Provided by JANETFORAUBURN

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 cups cooked white rice
¼ cup butter
¼ cup all-purpose flour
2 cups milk
2 teaspoons chicken bouillon powder
1 teaspoon seasoned salt
½ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
5 cups cooked, shredded chicken breast meat
12 ounces processed cheese food (eg. Velveeta), cubed
2 cups sour cream
½ cup butter
2 cups crushed buttery round crackers

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
  • Spread rice in the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish; set aside.
  • In a medium saucepan melt butter or margarine and stir in flour until smooth. Gradually add milk, bouillon granules, seasoned salt, garlic powder and pepper. Stir all together and bring to a boil. Let simmer and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened and bubbly. Reduce heat; add chicken, cheese and sour cream. Stir until cheese is melted. Mix all together and pour mixture over rice.
  • Melt 1/2 cup butter or margarine in saucepan and toss with crushed cracker crumbs. Sprinkle crumb mixture over casserole. Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 15 minutes or unti heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 973.4 calories, Carbohydrate 59.9 g, Cholesterol 215 mg, Fat 56.3 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 55.1 g, SaturatedFat 31.8 g, Sodium 1796.4 mg, Sugar 10.2 g

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients. Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make a big difference in the final dish.
  • Don't overcook the chicken. Chicken breasts are best when cooked to an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Use a good quality rice. A long-grain rice like basmati or jasmine will work best in this recipe.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different vegetables. This recipe is a great way to use up leftover vegetables, or to try new ones.
  • Serve the casserole hot and fresh. This dish is best enjoyed when it is piping hot out of the oven.

Conclusion:

Creamy Baked Chicken and Rice Casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. It is a versatile recipe that can be customized to your liking, and it is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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