🧀 Baked Chicken & Rice Casserole

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🧀 Baked Chicken & Rice Casserole

A creamy, cheesy comfort-food casserole that’s quick, filling, and perfect for busy nights.

⭐ Why You’ll Love It

✔ Comfort food classic
✔ Easy prep
✔ Kid-friendly
✔ Freezer-friendly
✔ Super cheesy

🛒 Ingredients

  • 1 box Rice-A-Roni (Chicken flavor)

  • 4 cups cooked shredded chicken

  • 1 can cream of onion soup (or cream of mushroom/chicken)

  • 1 cup sour cream

  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

  • French fried onions (optional topping)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).

  2. Cook Rice-A-Roni according to package directions.

  3. Stir in:

    • Cream of onion soup

    • Sour cream

  4. Add shredded chicken and mix well.

  5. Spread mixture into a greased 9×13 baking dish.

  6. Sprinkle cheddar cheese evenly on top.

  7. Bake for 40 minutes, until hot and bubbly.

  8. Let cool 5 minutes.

  9. Top with French fried onions (optional) and serve.

💡 Tips & Variations

  • Use turkey instead of chicken if needed.

  • Add peas, mushrooms, or onions for extra nutrition.

  • For extra creaminess: add ¼ cup milk or cream.

  • Use low-fat sour cream & low-sodium soup for a lighter version.

🧊 Storage

  • Fridge: 3–4 days in airtight container

  • Freezer: up to 3 months

  • Thaw overnight and reheat in oven or microwave

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