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Chicken and Rice Casserole


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  • Author: Chef John
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

This creamy chicken and rice casserole is a comforting dish that combines tender chicken, creamy soups, and crunchy Ritz crackers for a delightful dinner.


Ingredients

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  • 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cooked and diced)
  • 1 can cream of chicken soup (10 ounce can)
  • 1 ½ cups sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1 Tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 cups Ritz crackers (crushed)
  • 1 Tablespoon poppy seeds
  • ½ cup butter (melted)
  • 2 cups white rice (cooked)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350℉.
  2. Mix together diced chicken, soup, and sour cream in a large bowl.
  3. Add in Worcestershire sauce, garlic, and lemon juice.
  4. In another bowl, mix together crushed crackers, poppy seeds, and melted butter and stir until butter is completely incorporated.
  5. Spray a 9×13-inch baking pan with nonstick cooking spray.
  6. Spread chicken mixture on the bottom and top with cracker mixture.
  7. Cover pan with foil and bake for 15 minutes.
  8. Remove foil and bake for 15 more minutes.
  9. Serve over cooked rice.

Notes

  • This casserole can be prepared ahead of time and baked just before serving.
  • For added flavor, consider seasoning the chicken with salt and pepper before cooking.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 500
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg