Cook time: 1 hr 30 mins | Serves: 4-6
The casserole is one of my fave meals because there is so much to love. And this Chicken Rice Casserole has been one of my go-to as this is super easy to throw together, takes little effort to prep, and requires only simple ingredients. A comforting and complete meal that is perfect for everybody!
Creamy, cheesy, and a classic! Your dream casserole that you can whip up for a simple, filling dinner meal and excellent for every occasion.
A simple recipe to keep and a must! It’s pretty straightforward and delicious beyond words.
INGREDIENTS
3 c chicken broth
2 (10.5 ounces) can cream of celery soup
1/4 c (1/2 stick) butter, melted
2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
2 c white rice, uncooked
1 tsp kosher salt
1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
1 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp dried thyme
1 c cheddar cheese, grated
How to make Chicken Rice Casserole
Step 1: Prepare the oven. Preheat it to 375 degrees F.
Step 2: Ready a 9 x 13-inch baking dish. Grease and set aside.
Step 3: Combine the chicken broth, cream of celery soup, and butter in a medium bowl until well mixed. Add in the rice, then the chicken, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and thyme.
Step 4: Into the prepared baking dish, pour the rice mixture and tightly cover with aluminium foil.
Step 5: Place inside the preheated oven. Bake for approximately an hour and fifteen minutes until the chicken is tender and the rice is cooked through.
Step 6: Remove the cover and sprinkle the cheese evenly on top. Bake for another 10 minutes until the cheese has melted and bubbly.
Step 7: Before serving, allow the casserole to rest for at least 10 minutes. Enjoy!
Ingredients
- 3 c chicken broth
- 2 (10.5 ounces) can cream of celery soup
- 1/4 c (1/2 stick) butter, melted
- 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
- 2 c white rice, uncooked
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 1 c cheddar cheese, grated
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the oven. Preheat it to 375 degrees F.
Step 2: Ready a 9 x 13-inch baking dish. Grease and set aside.
Step 3: Combine the chicken broth, cream of celery soup, and butter in a medium bowl until well mixed. Add in the rice, then the chicken, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and thyme.
Step 4: Into the prepared baking dish, pour the rice mixture and tightly cover with aluminium foil.
Step 5: Place inside the preheated oven. Bake for approximately an hour and fifteen minutes until the chicken is tender and the rice is cooked through.
Step 6: Remove the cover and sprinkle the cheese evenly on top. Bake for another 10 minutes until the cheese has melted and bubbly.
Step 7: Before serving, allow the casserole to rest for at least 10 minutes. Enjoy!
Notes
Cook time: 1 hr 30 mins | Serves: 4-6
