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Creamy Chicken and Rice Casserole Recipe

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This Creamy Chicken and Rice Casserole is a hearty, comforting dish combining tender shredded chicken, savory onion soup mix, and creamy soups baked together with minute rice to create a rich and satisfying meal perfect for family dinners.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings

Ingredients

Chicken Mixture

  • 2-3 cups cooked and shredded chicken (or diced cooked chicken)
  • 1 package Lipton Onion Soup Mix
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
  • 2 cups milk
  • 3/4 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 2 cups uncooked minute rice
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the ideal temperature by the time your casserole mixture is ready to bake.
  2. Combine Ingredients: In a medium bowl, mix together the cooked chicken, Lipton Onion Soup Mix, cream of mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup, milk, sour cream, water, uncooked minute rice, and salt and pepper according to your taste. Stir well until all ingredients are evenly combined.
  3. Prepare Baking Dish: Lightly spray a 9x13 inch baking pan with cooking spray to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
  4. Assemble Casserole: Pour the combined chicken and rice mixture into the prepared baking pan, spreading it out evenly.
  5. Cover and Bake: Cover the pan tightly with aluminum foil to lock in moisture and bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes to allow the rice to cook and the flavors to meld.
  6. Uncover and Continue Baking: Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes to brown the top and thicken the casserole slightly.
  7. Serve: Take the casserole out of the oven, let it cool briefly, then serve warm and enjoy your creamy chicken and rice dish!

Notes

  • Using cooked, shredded chicken helps the casserole stay moist and tender.
  • Minute rice cooks quickly in the casserole, making this dish convenient for weeknight meals.
  • You can substitute the Lipton Onion Soup Mix with homemade onion soup mix if preferred.
  • Covering the casserole during the first portion of baking prevents the rice from drying out.
  • Adjust salt and pepper according to personal taste, especially if the soup mixes used are already salty.
  • Author: Chef
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour
  • Category: Casserole
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://avascooking.com/creamy-chicken-and-rice-casserole-recipe/