Ingredients
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For the Casserole Base:
1 1/2 cups long grain white rice
2 cans cream of chicken or mushroom soup
1 cup water
2 cups milk
1 envelope onion soup mix
For the Protein:
3 boneless skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
For Topping:
1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- In a large bowl, mix together the rice, cream of soup, water, milk, and onion soup mix until well combined.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- Season the chicken with salt and pepper, then place it on top of the rice mixture.
- Cover the dish tightly with foil and bake for 1 hour.
- Remove the foil, sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
- Return to the oven and bake uncovered for an additional 15–20 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the chicken is fully cooked.
- Let the casserole rest for 5–10 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 500 kcal per serving