Description
Indulge in the creamy and cheesy goodness of this Cheesy Angel Chicken and Rice Casserole, a comforting and flavorful dish that’s perfect for a family dinner. Packed with tender shredded chicken, cooked white rice, and a rich blend of cheeses, this easy-to-make casserole is sure to become a favorite in your recipe rotation.
Ingredients
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For the Casserole:
- 2 cups cooked white rice
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie or poached)
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
For the Cheese Topping:
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Sprinkle the cheeses over the top. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
- Remove foil and bake uncovered for an additional 10-15 minutes, until the casserole is hot and bubbly and the cheese is melted and golden.
- Let stand for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
In a large bowl, combine the cream of chicken soup, sour cream, chicken broth, and softened cream cheese, whisking until smooth. Stir in the garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Add the cooked chicken and rice to the sauce mixture and stir until well combined. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading evenly.
Notes
- You can substitute brown rice or wild rice for extra texture and nutrition.
- For a lighter version, use light sour cream and reduced-fat cream cheese.
- This casserole also freezes well—assemble, cover tightly, and freeze before baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 860 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 29 g
- Cholesterol: 105 mg
