Description
Pioneer Woman Chicken Rice Casserole is a creamy, comforting one-dish meal combining tender shredded chicken, tender rice, and a mix of savory soups and seasonings. Baked to bubbly perfection and topped with melted cheddar cheese, this casserole is perfect for an easy family dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Rice
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup uncooked long-grain rice
Wet Ingredients and Seasonings
- 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
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Topping
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the casserole evenly.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine shredded cooked chicken, uncooked long-grain rice, cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, chicken broth, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper. Stir thoroughly until everything is well blended.
- Prepare Baking Dish: Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking. Pour the mixed ingredients evenly into the dish.
- Bake Covered: Cover the dish tightly with foil to keep moisture in. Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, allowing the rice to cook and absorb the flavorful liquids.
- Add Cheese and Continue Baking: Remove the foil carefully, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top, and bake uncovered for an additional 15 minutes until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden brown.
- Rest: Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes after baking to allow it to set and make serving easier.
Notes
- Use cooked chicken like rotisserie chicken or leftover baked chicken for convenience.
- Foil covering helps steam the rice and keeps the casserole moist during baking.
- You can substitute long-grain rice with jasmine or basmati rice, but cooking time may vary slightly.
- For a richer flavor, use whole milk, but 2% milk works well too.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: chicken rice casserole, Pioneer Woman casserole, baked chicken casserole, creamy chicken rice dish, easy family dinner
