Description

This Homestyle Chicken & Rice Casserole is a comforting and hearty family dinner that combines tender boneless chicken breasts, fluffy long-grain rice, and a creamy blend of chicken soup and broth, topped with nutritious frozen vegetables and melted cheddar cheese. Baked to perfection, this one-pan meal is easy to prepare and perfect for a wholesome weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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Chicken

2 whole boneless chicken breasts (split in half, or 4 halves)

Base

1 family size can cream of chicken soup (22.6 oz can)
3 cups hot chicken broth (reduced sodium)
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups long-grain rice

Vegetables & Cheese

2 cups frozen vegetables
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

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Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit to prepare for baking the casserole.
Prepare Pan: Spray a 9×13 casserole pan with non-stick spray to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
Mix Base Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the cream of chicken soup, hot chicken broth, salt, and long-grain rice. Mix thoroughly until evenly combined.
Pour Mixture: Pour the soup and rice mixture into the prepared casserole pan, spreading it out evenly.
Add Vegetables: Evenly distribute the frozen vegetables over the top of the rice mixture in the pan.
Place Chicken: Arrange the chicken breast halves evenly on top of the vegetables.
Bake Covered: Cover the casserole pan tightly with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 60 to 90 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and the rice is light and fluffy.
Add Cheese: Remove the foil, sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the chicken, and let it set for 5 to 10 minutes to allow the cheese to melt before serving.

Notes

This recipe is adapted from Campbell’s Kitchens, known for their classic comfort food recipes.
Using reduced sodium chicken broth helps control the sodium content of the dish.
You can customize the frozen vegetables based on your preference; common choices include peas, carrots, corn, and green beans.
For an even creamier casserole, you may add a little extra soup or broth to the mixture before baking.
Make sure the chicken is cooked through by checking that the internal temperature reaches 165°F.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 737 kcal
Sugar: 1 g
Sodium: 2282 mg
Fat: 20 g
Saturated Fat: 9 g
Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 94 g
Fiber: 5 g
Protein: 44 g
Cholesterol: 110 mg