Chicken and Rice Casserole

5 from 1 vote

This chicken and rice casserole recipe - made of juicy chicken, rice, and broccoli, in a creamy cheesy sauce baked until golden and bubbly.

Prep Time10

Cook Time25

Total Time35

Course: Casserole

Cuisine: American

Servings: servings

Calories: 882kcal

3 cups chicken thighs cooked and cut into bite size pieces (about 5 chicken thighs) or use 3 cups of rotisserie chicken
3 cups jasmine rice cooked
28 oz cream of mushroom soup homemade or store bought
1 teaspoon sea salt or to taste
½ teaspoon black pepper or to taste
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ teaspoon smoked paprika
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon garlic powder
2 cups broccoli washed and cut into tiny pieces
2 ½ cups sharp cheddar cheese grated

Preheat the oven to 350F and grease a 9by13 inch casserole dish. In a big bowl combine chicken, rice, cream of mushroom soup, spices, broccoli and HALF of sharp cheddar cheese. Mix.
Add the mixture into a casserole dish and sprinkle the rest of the cheese on top. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until heated thru.
Garnish with chopped parsley. Enjoy!

Mix Up the Soup: Not a fan of cream of mushroom soup? No problem! You can easily swap it out for cream of chicken, cream of onion, or even cream of broccoli soup. Choose whichever one sounds tasty to you—it’s all about what you enjoy!
Get Creative with Veggies: This is where you can really let your imagination run wild! Throw in some sliced mushrooms, peas, or colorful bell peppers to add a punch of flavor and nutrition. Use whatever veggies you love or have on hand—there are no rules!
Prep Ahead for Easy Cooking: If you’re short on time, why not make things simpler? You can assemble your casserole ahead of time! Just cover it with some plastic wrap and pop it in the fridge. When you’re ready to bake, it’ll be all set to go—easy peasy!
Cheese It Up: While sharp cheddar is delicious, you can totally experiment with other cheeses you adore. Try white cheddar, mozzarella, provolone, or Monterey Jack for a melty, gooey surprise!

Happy cooking, and I can’t wait for you to enjoy your delicious casserole creations!