Description
This creamy baked casserole combines tender shredded chicken, fluffy rice, and mixed vegetables under a golden cheese crust for a hearty family meal. It’s easy to prepare, make ahead friendly, and perfect for busy weeknights or potlucks.
Ingredients
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large bowl combine shredded chicken, cooked rice, and mixed vegetables.
3. In a separate bowl whisk together cream of chicken soup, milk, butter, onion, garlic, paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper.
4. Stir half of the cheese into the sauce, then pour over the chicken and rice mixture and mix until evenly coated.
5. Transfer mixture to a greased 9×13 inch casserole dish and spread evenly.
6. Sprinkle remaining cheese over the top.
7. Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes until bubbly and golden.
8. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving and garnish with parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: dinner
- Method: baked
- Cuisine: american
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4
- Sodium: 600
- Fat: 15
- Saturated Fat: 7
- Unsaturated Fat: 6
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 25
- Cholesterol: 80
Keywords: chicken casserole, rice casserole, vegetable casserole, comfort food, easy dinner, make ahead, family meal