Description
A creamy and flavorful casserole featuring tender chicken and buttery garlic rice, baked to perfection in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked white rice
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked rice, shredded chicken, garlic-butter mixture, cream of chicken soup, and chicken broth. Stir until well incorporated. Add half of the mozzarella cheese, parsley, salt, and pepper.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish and spread the mixture evenly. Top with remaining mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, until bubbly and cheese is melted and golden-brown.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days in the refrigerator, or freeze for up to 2-3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before reheating.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: casserole, chicken, comfort food, quick recipe, easy dinner