How about an easy meal that your oven takes care of for you? This chicken and rice casserole recipe is one of my favorites for weekends and meal prep. It has a savory flavor that brings my whole family to the table. The kids always want second helpings too. Made with simple ingredients you probably have in your kitchen right now, you’ve got to try it! Show
There’s just 7 simple ingredients here that when combined, create the best chicken and rice recipe. Yes, it takes a while to bake, but your hands-on time is only 10 minutes. You can sit back and relax because tonight’s dinner is taken care of! Easy Chicken and Rice Casserole RecipeSimple ingredients, and simple prep, this easy chicken and rice recipe will be on the table in no time. If you’re new to cooking or are looking for an easy way to please the family for dinner tonight, add this one to your weekly menu! Chicken and Rice Casserole Ingredients
How do you Make Chicken and Rice Casserole from ScratchYou’ll preheat the oven to 325F and spray your casserole dish with cooking spray. Add the chicken and season with salt and pepper. Then add the rice followed by the soup mix. Mix the mushroom soup can with 2 cups of water and pour it over everything. That is the secret to a this creamy chicken and rice recipe. Cover with foil and oven bake for an hour and 15 minutes.
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How to Cook Chicken and Rice CasseroleIt’s as simple as throwing it all in your casserole dish, covering with foil, and baking. Chicken rice casserole is that easy! Can you put raw chicken in a casserole?Yes! The cook time on this chicken and rice bake recipe in all the liquid will ensure your raw chicken is fully cooked by the time your oven timer dings. Do I cook rice before adding to casserole?No. Please don’t cook the rice first. You’ll wind up with a casserole dish full of mush if you do. Can you put raw uncooked rice in a casserole?Yes, you must put it raw and uncooked into the casserole. The liquids used will cook it to the perfect texture. Will uncooked rice cook in a casserole?Yes, uncooked rice will cook because it will be in all the liquid from the casserole. This cook time assures your rice will be done with the right texture at the end. Do I cook chicken before putting it in a casserole?You could, but with this chicken and rice bake, it goes in raw. It will cook up beautifully with the liquids and seasoning. Can you put uncooked chicken in a casserole?Yes, especially with this cook time for an hour and 15 minutes. That’s plenty of time for the chicken to cook all the way through. How Long to Bake Chicken and Rice CasseroleYou’ll bake your chicken and rice casserole for an hour and 15 minutes at 325F. What goes well with Chicken and Rice CasseroleYou can’t go wrong with a fresh salad, sauteed green veggies, or a vegetable medley. Anything that contrasts with the richness will be a lovely match! How to Store Chicken and Rice CasseroleOnce it cools, you’ll need to cover your chicken and rice casserole and stash it in the fridge. How Long Does Chicken and Rice Casserole Last?You’ll have 3 to 4 days to polish off your leftovers of this dish. If that’s too much to ask, you can put it in the freezer to use as a quick meal prep. Can You Freeze Chicken and Rice Casserole?You bet you can! Just wrap it well and label it. You can keep it there for about 2 to 3 months. How to Reheat Chicken and Rice Casserole?Let it thaw in the fridge overnight, then preheat your oven to 350F and bake for 20 to 30 minutes. Watch How To Make Chicken and Rice Casserole (Video)This Chicken Rice Casserole recipe is the perfect dinner dish that is super easy to make, everyone loves it, and clean up is a breeze! It doesn't get more simple than a one dish casserole and this one packs a ton of flavor. Enjoy!
Calories: 342kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 37g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 99mg | Sodium: 1295mg | Potassium: 724mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 47IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 34mg | Iron: 1mg More chicken and/or rice casserole recipes:
How long should a casserole be in the oven for?Cover and bake at 350°F for about 50 minutes to 1 hour or microwave using 50% power for about 15 to 30 minutes, rotating or stirring as necessary. Heat until steaming hot (165°F) throughout.
Should you cover a chicken casserole in the oven?Baking chicken at home (whether as pieces or a whole bird) is really as easy as prep and bake. You never have to worry about covering chicken while baking, as it's fine to bake it uncovered. Once your chicken is in the oven, it's hands-free until you need to check the temperature.
Do you have to cook rice before putting it in a casserole?Do I Cook Rice Before Adding To Casserole Dish? Short answer: No! Long answer: As long as you add boiling hot liquid and seal your ovenproof casserole dish well, your rice will cook perfectly well in the oven. No need to pre-boil the rice.
At what temp do I bake chicken?You can roast or bake anywhere between 325 and 450 degrees F. When roasting a whole chicken, a nice rule of them is to start at 400 to 425 degrees F and then turn the oven down to 350 after 15 minutes and cook until the internal temp of the chicken is 165 – 175 degrees F on an instant read thermometer.
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