Pioneer Woman Chicken Rice Casserole Recipe
This Pioneer Woman Chicken Rice Casserole is a creamy, comforting one-dish meal featuring shredded chicken, long-grain rice, and a blend of savory soups baked to perfection with melted cheddar cheese on top. Perfect for an easy weeknight dinner, it combines simple pantry ingredients into a flavorful, hearty casserole.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Lactose
Ingredients
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Chicken and Rice
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup uncooked long-grain rice
Soups and Liquids
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup milk
Seasonings
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Toppings
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the casserole.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the shredded cooked chicken, uncooked rice, cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, chicken broth, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly mixed.
- Prepare Baking Dish: Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking. Pour the chicken and rice mixture into the dish and spread it out evenly.
- Bake Covered: Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil to retain moisture. Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, allowing the rice to cook through and the flavors to meld.
- Add Cheese: Carefully remove the foil from the casserole. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the casserole.
- Finish Baking: Return the casserole to the oven, uncovered, and bake for an additional 15 minutes. This step melts the cheese and creates a bubbly, golden crust.
- Rest and Serve: Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving to let it set and cool slightly for best texture.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken for easy prep and added flavor.
- Substitute cream of celery soup if you prefer a different soup flavor.
- Add frozen peas or carrots for extra vegetables and nutrition.
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