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old fashioned chicken and rice casserole

Old Fashioned Chicken and Rice Casserole

Discover the magic of old fashioned chicken and rice casserole. This comforting dish brings families together with its creamy texture and rich flavors. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4-6 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 1 cup Long-grain white rice or brown rice
  • 1 cup Peas
  • 1 cup Carrots chopped
  • 1 cup Celery chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon Thyme
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1 can Cream of mushroom soup or homemade sauce with broth, butter, and flour
  • optional Fresh herbs (parsley or thyme)
  • to taste Lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
  • optional Sautéed mushrooms or onions

Equipment

  • Sauté Pan
  • Baking Dish
  • Large Bowl
  • Measuring Cups
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Prepare your chicken by cutting it into bite-sized pieces if using raw chicken.
  3. Measure out the rice.
  4. Sauté your vegetables (carrots, celery, and onions) until softened.
  5. In a large bowl, combine chicken, rice, sautéed veggies, seasonings, and sauce.
  6. Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish.
  7. Sprinkle cheese or breadcrumbs on top for a crispy finish, if desired.
  8. Bake in the oven until the rice is tender and the edges are bubbling (approximately 45 minutes to 1 hour).

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg

Notes

This casserole can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge or frozen for later use.
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