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BEST EVER Chicken and Rice Casserole is a classic one pan meal full of tender chicken and creamy rice, all baked together to perfection! This hearty dish requires only a few simple ingredients!

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One Pan Chicken and Rice Casserole

In my family, casseroles are a big hit! From my , , and , to my , and now this tasty dish….my family loves them all!

Last week, I was in one of those moods where I knew I had to make dinner, had the time to prepare dinner, but lacked motivation. I call it a “lazy moment”. I had thawed some already cooked chicken from my freezer, but didn’t know what I planned to do with it.

After taking a look through my pantry, browsing (I can get lost on that site), and using some brainstorming….this casserole came about and I sure am glad it did!

I was able to have it prepped in under ten minutes. I simply tossed in the oven, roasted some veggies while it cooked, and once done….dinner was on the table!

The chicken was tender and flavorful, the rice was cooked perfectly, and when combined….it was a hearty comfort food dish the entire family enjoyed!

This makes a 9×13 baking pan, so plenty for leftovers….which are just as good reheated! If you love extra cozy comfort food, this casserole is delicious served with a drizzle of on top.

What I love about Creamy Chicken and Rice Casserole

One Pan- simply combine the ingredients and pour into the pan, similar to my . To save on washing a bowl, you can even stir everything together in the baking pan.
Quick and Easy- using only a few ingredients, this can be ready for the oven in under 10 minutes.
Flavor Packed- tender rice and shredded chicken combined in a flavorful onion mixture that has great flavor that everyone will enjoy.
Kid and Company Approved- whether serving when company is over, or for your family on a busy weeknight, this meal is approved by all.

If you’re looking for another easy chicken casserole, try my .

tender chicken and rice combined in a flavor packed casserole

Chicken and Rice Casserole Ingredients

See printable recipe card at the bottom of this post for full ingredient amounts and directions

Chicken- cooked and shredded, to save on time, use Rotisserie chicken
Onion Soup Mix
Cream of Mushroom/Chicken Soup- this adds great flavor,it’s okay to use low sodium or light versions of the cream soups
Milk
Sour Cream- feel free to use plain Greek yogurt as a substitute
Water- this helps cook the rice, you can also use chicken broth if desired
Rice- this recipe is for MINUTE Rice. If using a different type, you’ll need to increase liquid and cook time
Salt/Pepper- season to taste

How to make BEST EVER Chicken and Rice Casserole

This easy chicken and rice casserole recipe is such a great way to use up any leftover chicken, just like in my ! It even makes a quick and easy weeknight meal. Packed with flavor and ready to enjoy in under an hour.

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
In a medium bowl, combine the cooked chicken, onion mix, cream of mushroom/chicken soup, milk, sour cream, water, rice, and salt/pepper.
Spray a 9×13 baking pan with cooking spray.
Pour chicken/rice mixture into prepared pan. Cover pan with aluminum foil.
Place pan in preheated oven and cook for 45 minutes.
Remove foil and cook an additional 15 minutes. Remove from oven and serve!

tender rice combined with shredded chicken and an onion sauce

Recipe Variations to try

Cheese- add in your favorite cheese! Cheddar, Colby Jack, Swiss, or Parmesan are great options!
Veggies- add a tasty veggie into this to make it a full meal. Chopped spinach, broccoli, peppers, greens beans, or onions are great options.
Herbs- make this your own by adding any desired seasoning. Parsley, thyme, Basil, or Paprika are great in this.
Topping- feel free to sprinkle bread crumbs, crushed Ritz crackers, or French Fried Onions on top.

How to store Chicken and Rice Casserole

Store leftovers from this chicken casserole in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Simply microwave to reheat.

If you're making this dish as a freezer meal, you'll put it together and then cover it tightly to freeze. When ready to bake, thaw in the fridge and then pop the baking dish in the oven, covered with foil, and follow the baking instructions above.

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What to serve with Creamy Chicken and Rice

Since this meal includes both chicken and rice, you can enjoy as is, or add a bread item or veggie as a side dish.

More Easy Casserole to try

– this classic Tuna Noodle Casserole has canned tuna and egg noodles smothered in a creamy mushroom soup filling with cheese and peas. Top it off with buttery Ritz crackers, crispy fried onions, or potato chips.

– old-fashioned, cold-weather comfort food! The easy dinner recipe only requires about 15 minutes of prep, can be assembled in advance, and appeals to even the pickiest little eaters. The simple combination of shredded rotisserie chicken, cream of mushroom and cream of chicken soup, andStove Top stuffing is delicious.

– a hearty chicken casserole anyone will love while enjoying a quick 20 minute prep time. The incredible flavor combinations in this easy chicken bacon ranch bake will have your family asking for seconds come dinnertime.

– if you love cheesy, oniony dishes, you’ll be delighted.

– layers of amazing flavor combine for an easy and delicious dinner any night of the week! This fantastic casserole recipe will quickly become a family favorite!

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Creamy Chicken and Rice Casserole

Recipe by: A simple, Chicken and Rice Casserole is a staple in American home cooking. The comforting, flavorful, and easy dinner recipe comes together in about 10 minutes, making it a delicious way to feed your family on busy nights! 3.77 from 1101 votes Cook ModePrevent your screen from going dark Prep Time 10 minutes minsCook Time 1 hour hrTotal Time 1 hour hr 10 minutes mins Course lunch, Main CourseCuisine American Servings 8Calories 391 kcal

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Equipment

Ingredients 1x2x3x

▢ 2-3 cups cooked/shredded chicken *or diced cooked chicken
▢ 1 package Lipton Onion soup mix
▢ 1 can cream of mushroom soup
▢ 1 can cream of chicken soup
▢ 2 cups milk
▢ ¾ cup sour cream
▢ ½ cup water
▢ 2 cups minute rice *uncooked
▢ salt/pepper to taste

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
In a medium bowl, combine the cooked chicken, onion mix, cream of mushroom/chicken soup, milk, sour cream, water, rice, and salt/pepper.
Spray a 9×13 baking pan with cooking spray.
Pour chicken/rice mixture into prepared pan.
Cover pan with aluminum foil.
Place pan in preheated oven and cook for 45 minutes.
Remove foil and cook an additional 15 minutes.
Remove from oven and serve! Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 391kcalCarbohydrates: 49gProtein: 21gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 56mgSodium: 1184mgPotassium: 372mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 255IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 104mgIron: 2mg Tried this recipe?Mention or tag !

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Comments

Does the chicken get dry and overcooked at all?
- Nope, not at all! Stays tender and the whole dish is perfectly moist. Enjoy!
Not gonna lie, I was scared and reread the recipe because it looked so strange at the stage of taking the foil off and I was convinced I forgot something. (Smelled great but looked scary) Good news, I didn’t forget anything, I followed the recipe to a T and it was great!! Will be making again. Thank you for sharing this recipe!
- Yay! It is definitely one of those “trust the process” recipes! So glad you enjoyed!
what size cans of soup?
- 10.5 ounce cans. Enjoy!
I cooked this tonight and it was a big hit. Super creamy, comforting, and the rice baked perfectly!
- Love hearing this!!
This was so incredibly good! The family absolutely loved it! So easy to make and comforting too. Will definitely be on repeat this winter ^_^
- So glad you enjoyed!!
MMM! The onions with the chicken and rice was more like a meal in one pan. Super delicious all around.
- The best combination of flavors!! Enjoy!
Nothing beats a classic comfort dish like a great chicken and rice casserole! Yours looks so creamy and satisfying! Definitely a fantastic family dinner solution. Pinning this for a cozy weeknight!
- Hope you enjoy as much as we do!!
This recipe is amazing! I added broccoli, and it was fantastic. I didn’t even defrost it. It’s that easy.
- So glad you enjoyed!!
- Do you cook the rice before mixing it with the rest of the ingredients and baking it?
  - Nope, because you are using quick rice, you don’t need to precook it! Enjoy!

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