CREAMY CHICKEN AND RICE CASSEROLE

Creamy Chicken & Rice Casserole is a fulfilling main course that effortlessly combines tender diced chicken with savory rice and a Roni in a creamy blend of onion soup and sour cream. Baked to perfection with a golden cheddar crust and topped with crispy French Fried Onions, this dish offers comfort and flavor. The straightforward preparation ensures a hassle-free experience. Versatile for any gathering, it
serves as a heartwarming dinner option or a standout dish at potlucks. Enjoy the simplicity and warmth of this delightful casserole, perfect for creating lasting memories around the dinner table.

INGREDIENTS:

2 cups cooked Chicken breast, diced
1 ½ cup Rice a Roni, Chicken Flavor
1 cup canned Cream of Onion Soup
½ cup Sour Cream
1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese
French’s Fried Onions, for Garnish

HOW TO MAKE CREAMY CHICKEN & RICE CASSEROLE:

Step 1. Grease a 9×9 baking dish with a cooking spray.

Step 2. Pour water into a pot over medium-high heat and bring to a boil. Add Rice and Roni and cook following half of the package directions.

Step 3. Transfer the Rice a Roni to the greased 9×9 baking dish, add cooked chicken, and mix well until fully incorporated.

Step 4. In a bowl, add cream of onion soup and sour cream, and mix well.

Step 5. Pour this creamy mixture over the chicken and rice blend and stir until evenly distributed.

Step 6. One cup of shredded cheddar cheese on top.

Step 7. Transfer the baking dish to the preheated oven at 350°F and bake for 40 minutes.

Step 8. When ready, take the baking dish out of the oven and leave for 5 minutes to cool.

Step 9. Add a layer of French Fried Onions on top before serving.

Yield: 4

CREAMY CHICKEN AND RICE CASSEROLE

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Creamy Chicken & Rice Casserole is a fulfilling main course that effortlessly combines tender diced chicken with savory rice and a Roni in a creamy blend of onion soup and sour cream.

Prep Time 15 minutes

Cook Time 40 minutes

Total Time 55 minutes

Ingredients

• 2 cups cooked Chicken breast, diced
• 1 ½ cup Rice a Roni, Chicken Flavor
• 1 cup canned Cream of Onion Soup
• ½ cup Sour Cream
• 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese
• French’s Fried Onions, for Garnish

Instructions

1. Grease a 9x9 baking dish with a cooking spray.
2. Pour water into a pot over medium-high heat and bring to a boil. Add Rice and Roni and cook following half of the package directions.
3. Transfer the Rice a Roni to the greased 9x9 baking dish, add cooked chicken, and mix well until fully incorporated.
4. In a bowl, add cream of onion soup and sour cream, and mix well.
5. Pour this creamy mixture over the chicken and rice blend and stir until evenly distributed.
6. One cup of shredded cheddar cheese on top.
7. Transfer the baking dish to the preheated oven at 350°F and bake for 40 minutes.
8. When ready, take the baking dish out of the oven and leave for 5 minutes to cool.
9. Add a layer of French Fried Onions on top before serving.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

4

Serving Size:

1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 450 Total Fat: 25gCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 25g