Description
Gather the family around the table for a comforting and flavor-packed dish – Garlic Butter Chicken and Rice Casserole. This easy-to-make casserole combines tender chicken, aromatic garlic, and fluffy rice in a creamy, cheesy sauce.
Ingredients
- 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
1. Start by melting the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Once the butter is hot, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, or until fragrant and lightly golden.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked rice, shredded chicken, the sautéed garlic-butter mixture, cream of chicken soup, and chicken broth. Stir until everything is well incorporated. Then, stir in half of the shredded mozzarella cheese, the dried parsley, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
3. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish and spread the chicken and rice mixture evenly in the dish. Top with the remaining mozzarella cheese. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and the cheese is melted and golden-brown on top.
Notes
For an extra creamy casserole, consider using a combination of cream of chicken and cream of mushroom soup. You can also stir in a few tablespoons of cream cheese or sour cream to the mixture.
To add more flavor, try adding a teaspoon of dried thyme or oregano, or a pinch of paprika.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 600
- Fat: 18
- Saturated Fat: 10
- Unsaturated Fat: 8
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 2
- Fiber: 30
- Protein: 30
- Cholesterol: 40