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🍗 Mamaw’s Chicken and Rice Casserole 🍚

Posted by ESYTOD

Mamaw’s Chicken and Rice Casserole is the ultimate comfort food, featuring tender chicken, creamy soup, and hearty rice all baked to perfection. This recipe is simple to prepare and perfect for a family dinner, offering a delicious, home-cooked meal everyone will love.

📋 Ingredients:

  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced 🐔
  • 1 cup white rice, uncooked 🍚
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup 🥄
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup 🥄
  • 1 cup chicken broth 🥣
  • 1 cup water 💧
  • 1/2 cup milk 🥛
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 🌿
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder 🌿
  • Salt and pepper, to taste 🧂
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional) 🧀

📝 Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:

  1. Set the temperature:
  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.

2. Combine Ingredients:

  1. Mix the soups:
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, chicken broth, water, and milk. Stir until well combined.
  1. Add seasonings and rice:
  • Stir in the garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Add the uncooked rice and mix well.
  1. Add chicken:
  • Fold in the cooked chicken, ensuring it’s evenly distributed throughout the mixture.

3. Assemble the Casserole:

  1. Pour into baking dish:
  • Pour the chicken and rice mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
  1. Optional cheese:
  • If you want an extra cheesy casserole, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top before baking.

4. Bake:

  1. Cover and bake:
  • Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes.
  1. Uncover and finish:
  • Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the casserole is bubbly.

5. Serve:

  1. Rest:
  • Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
  1. Garnish (optional):
  • Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color.

🍽️ Tips:

  • Add veggies: For extra nutrition, add 1 cup of mixed vegetables (like peas and carrots) to the rice mixture before baking.
  • Cheese: Swap the cheddar cheese for mozzarella or Monterey Jack for a different flavor.
  • Leftovers: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave.

⏱️ Preparation Time: 10 minutes
⏱️ Cooking Time: 60 minutes
🍽️ Servings: 6
🔥 Calories: Approximately 350 kcal per serving

Enjoy Mamaw’s Chicken and Rice Casserole for a warm, comforting dinner that’s easy to make and packed with flavor! 🍗🍚🥄