Ingredients:
- 2 cups instant rice
- 2 cups chicken broth or water
- 1 can cream of chicken soup
- 16 oz frozen mixed vegetables
- Salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, seasoned salt (to taste)
- Chicken breasts
- Cheddar cheese
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare Casserole Base:
- In a 9×13-inch baking pan, mix instant rice, chicken broth (or water), cream of chicken soup, and frozen mixed vegetables. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and seasoned salt to taste. Stir until well combined.
- Add Seasoned Chicken:
- Place seasoned chicken breasts on top of the rice mixture. You can cut the chicken breasts in half for easier serving.
- Bake:
- Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 50 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the rice is tender.
- Add Cheese Topping:
- After 50 minutes, remove the casserole from the oven. Top the casserole with shredded cheddar cheese. The original recipe calls for 1 cup of cheese, but you can add more if desired.
- Continue Baking:
- Place the casserole back in the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Once the cheese is melted and the casserole is golden and bubbly, remove it from the oven. Allow it to cool slightly before serving.
- Optional Garnish:
- Garnish with additional chopped parsley or green onions if desired.
- Enjoy Your Meal:
- Serve the Cheesy Chicken and Rice Casserole hot, and enjoy the comforting blend of cheesy goodness, tender chicken, and flavorful rice.
Source : Allrecipes.Com