Rice Casserole 30 Minutes Easy Delicious Recipe
This Garlic Butter Chicken and Rice Casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make comfort food dish that is perfect for a family dinner. Creamy and flavorful, this casserole combines tender shredded chicken and fluffy white rice in a rich garlic butter sauce, topped with melted mozzarella cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Total Time: 30-35 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
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For the Casserole:
- 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
- Prepare the Garlic Butter: Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Combine Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine rice, chicken, garlic-butter mixture, cream of chicken soup, chicken broth, half of the mozzarella cheese, parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Bake: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish, spread the mixture evenly, top with remaining cheese, and bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden-brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: Garlic Butter Chicken, Rice Casserole, Comfort Food, Easy Recipe, Family Dinner
