Pioneer Woman Chicken Rice Casserole Recipe
This comforting Pioneer Woman Chicken Rice Casserole is a creamy, cheesy bake packed with tender shredded chicken, long-grain rice, and a blend of savory soups and seasonings. It’s an easy, one-dish meal perfect for weeknights, combining simple pantry staples into a satisfying and hearty dish that the whole family will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Chicken and Rice
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup uncooked long-grain rice
Soup and Liquid Ingredients
- 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
Seasonings and Cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Heat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it’s ready when your casserole is assembled.
- Mix soups and liquids: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, chicken broth, and milk. Whisk until smooth and well blended.
- Add seasonings: Stir in the garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper into the soup mixture to evenly distribute the flavors.
- Combine chicken and rice: Fold in the shredded cooked chicken and uncooked long-grain rice into the soup mixture, stirring gently to coat everything thoroughly.
- Transfer to baking dish: Pour the mixture into a greased 9×13-inch casserole dish, spreading it out evenly.
- Add cheese topping: Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the casserole for a cheesy crust.
- Bake the casserole: Place the dish uncovered into the preheated oven and bake for 55-60 minutes, or until the rice is cooked through and the casserole is bubbly and golden on top.
- Rest before serving: Let the casserole rest for about 5 minutes after baking to allow it to set slightly for easier serving.
Notes
- Use freshly cooked chicken or leftover rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- You can substitute the cream of mushroom or chicken soup with homemade cream sauces for a healthier twist.
- Cover with foil during baking if the top is browning too quickly and remove foil in the last 10 minutes to brown the cheese.
- Feel free to add vegetables such as peas or broccoli for added nutrition.
- Ensure the dish is baked until the rice is tender and fully cooked through.
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