Best 7 Easy And Delicious Chicken And Rice Casserole Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary delight with our easy and delicious chicken and rice casserole. This comforting dish combines tender chicken, fluffy rice, savory vegetables, and a creamy sauce for a satisfying meal that is perfect for any occasion. Savor the classic flavors of chicken and rice, enhanced by a medley of aromatic herbs and spices, creating a harmonious blend that tantalizes your taste buds with every bite.

Discover three delectable variations of this classic casserole. The original chicken and rice casserole offers a timeless combination of flavors, while the broccoli cheddar chicken and rice casserole adds a cheesy twist with tender broccoli florets and melted cheddar cheese. For a Tex-Mex twist, try the fiesta chicken and rice casserole, featuring a flavorful combination of Mexican spices, corn, and black beans. Each recipe offers a unique culinary experience, ensuring that you find the perfect casserole to satisfy your cravings.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

DELICIOUS CHICKEN CASSEROLE



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Chicken, soup, rice and sour cream make a meal everyone likes. The first time I made this we had company for dinner. Everyone had second helpings.

Provided by DONNAPF1

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 skinless, bone-in chicken breast halves
2 stalks celery, cut into thirds
½ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon pepper
1 cup cooked rice
6 ounces sour cream
2 (10.5 ounce) cans condensed cream of chicken soup
¼ teaspoon celery salt
⅛ teaspoon onion powder
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
salt and pepper to taste
2 cups crushed buttery round crackers
½ cup butter or margarine, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Bring to a boil the chicken breasts, celery, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/8 teaspoon pepper, and enough water to cover. Cover, reduce heat to medium low; simmer for 35 minutes. Drain, reserving 1 cup liquid. Cool chicken, remove meat from bones, and cut into bite-size pieces.
  • In a large bowl, stir together sour cream, soup, broth, celery salt, onion powder, garlic powder, and salt and pepper to taste. Mix in cooked rice and chicken. Spoon mixture into a 9x13 inch casserole dish. In a resealable bag, shake together crushed crackers and melted butter. Sprinkle crackers over the top.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 385 calories, Carbohydrate 21.1 g, Cholesterol 79.4 mg, Fat 26 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 16.3 g, SaturatedFat 12.5 g, Sodium 967.3 mg, Sugar 1.5 g

QUICK AND EASY CHICKEN AND RICE CASSEROLE



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This takes no time to prepare, I have tryed this using different flavor soups, I find that cream of chicken and celery are the best, or use 2 cans cream of chicken, I also like to add the garlic powder and also a pinch of cayenne pepper to the soup mixture :)

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 1h40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup water
1 (16 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1 (16 ounce) can condensed cream of celery soup, undiluted
1 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
salt & freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
3 tablespoons red wine
3/4 cup long-grain rice, uncooked
2 lbs chicken breasts or 2 lbs chicken pieces
1 (1 1/4 ounce) package Lipton Onion Soup Mix

Steps:

  • Set oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Grease a medium-size casserole dish.
  • Mix the first 6 ingredients in a bowl.
  • Add the uncooked rice to the soup mixture; mix until combined.
  • Transfer the soup/rice mixture to the casserole then spread out in the dish.
  • Place the chicken on top of the mixture.
  • Sprinkle with the dry onion soup.
  • Cover with foil and bake for 1 hour 30 minutes or until rice is cooked and the chicken is done.
  • Allow to stand for 10 mins before serving.
  • Delicious!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 736, Fat 32.9, SaturatedFat 9.3, Cholesterol 166.8, Sodium 2240, Carbohydrate 49.9, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 2.7, Protein 54.7

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

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

EASY CHICKEN & MINUTE RICE CASSEROLE



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Very much a comfort food dish. Easily prepared by ingredients most of us have on hand in our pantry. So easy to make. You can also easily edit the recipe choosing soups you prefer, this is my favorite combination.

Provided by Heather N.

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 50m

Yield 1 casserole, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (10 3/4 ounce) can cream of chicken soup
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can cream of mushroom soup (could substitute cream of celery)
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can 2% low-fat milk, using one of the soup cans to measure (note, this is ONE can total NOT per can of soup as the soup directions may indicate)
3 -4 boneless chicken breasts, chicken tender strips work too
1 cup uncooked instant Minute Rice
lemon pepper (optional)
salt & pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees (see baking instructions for alternate methods).
  • Mix the 2 cans of soup, 1 can milk, and 1 cup of uncooked rice together. Add salt & pepper to taste.
  • Pour above mixture into a 13x9x2 casserole dish.
  • Cut the chicken into strips (about the width of a chicken tender/finger).
  • Push the chicken strips down into the soup & rice mixture in the casserole dish so they are completely emerged.
  • Sprinkle top with lemon pepper/salt/black pepper.
  • Bake at 350 degrees 35-40 minutes or until chicken is finished. NOTE that cooking time will vary depending on how you choose to cut up the chicken. If using whole chicken breasts cook at 375 degrees for 45 minutes, or until finished.
  • You may also choose to make this in a crock pot, if so, cook on low 7-8 hours.
  • My family loves this recipe and it is SOOOO easy to make, plus I usually have all of these ingredients on hand which makes for a quick meal.
  • I love the flavors of the rice so much that sometimes I will make it without the chicken as a quick and easy side dish!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 449, Fat 20.7, SaturatedFat 6.2, Cholesterol 81.8, Sodium 1176.7, Carbohydrate 33.8, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 5.4, Protein 30.1

CHICKEN AND RICE CASSEROLE



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Everyone loves this dish-I consider it the best chicken and rice casserole recipe because it's a tasty combination of hearty and crunchy ingredients mixed in a creamy sauce. It's a time-tested classic. -Myrtle Matthews, Marietta, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h15m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 cups cooked white rice or a combination of wild and white rice
4 cups diced cooked chicken
1/2 cup slivered almonds
1 small onion, chopped
1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained
1 package (10 ounces) frozen peas, thawed
3/4 cup chopped celery
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of celery soup, undiluted
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1 cup mayonnaise
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups crushed potato chips
Paprika

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a greased 13x9-in. baking dish, combine first 7 ingredients. In a large bowl, combine soups, mayonnaise, lemon juice and salt. Pour over chicken mixture and toss to coat., Sprinkle with potato chips and paprika. Bake until heated through, about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 439 calories, Fat 26g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 51mg cholesterol, Sodium 804mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 19g protein.

SIMPLE AND DELICIOUS CHICKEN AND RICE CASSEROLE



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Easy to put together for those evenings when time is short, yet a delicious, satisfying meal for the whole family.

Provided by AMDmtmom

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 5m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 -4 chicken thighs
1 (6 ounce) box Uncle Bens wild rice
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can cream of mushroom soup
1 (4 ounce) can mushroom stems and pieces (do not drain)
1 small onion, diced
1/2 cup water
2 tablespoons italian seasoning

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Empty contents of Uncle Ben's Original Long-Grain Wild Rice into an 8 x 8" glass baking dish.
  • Mix mushroom soup, 1/2 cup water, mushrooms (undrained), onion and Italian seasoning with rice.
  • Place chicken breasts on top of rice mixture and sprinkle with more Italian Seasoning.
  • Bake in preheated oven until chicken is cooked through and rice is tender.
  • Allow chicken to cool. Remove skin and discard. Tear chicken into bite-sized pieces and mix into rice mixture.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 152, Fat 10.2, SaturatedFat 2.8, Cholesterol 39.5, Sodium 445.3, Carbohydrate 5.6, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 1.7, Protein 9.4

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients: Fresh chicken, vegetables, and rice will give your casserole the best flavor.
  • Season your chicken well: Don't be afraid to use plenty of salt and pepper. You can also add other seasonings, such as garlic powder, onion powder, or paprika.
  • Cook the rice until it is tender: You don't want the rice to be mushy, but you also don't want it to be hard. Cook it according to the package directions.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: This will add flavor and color to your casserole. Some good options include carrots, celery, onions, bell peppers, and mushrooms.
  • Don't overcook the casserole: The chicken should be cooked through, but you don't want it to be dry. Bake the casserole for the amount of time specified in the recipe.
  • Serve the casserole hot: This is when it will taste the best. You can garnish it with fresh parsley or cilantro.

Conclusion:

Chicken and rice casserole is a classic comfort food dish that is easy to make and loved by people of all ages. It is a versatile dish that can be customized to your liking. You can add different vegetables, cheese, or even cooked pasta. Leftovers can be reheated and enjoyed for lunch or dinner the next day. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give chicken and rice casserole a try.

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