Description
A creamy, delicious chicken, rice, and veggie casserole topped with melted Cheddar—easy, comforting, and perfect for cozy family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (10.5 oz) condensed cream of chicken soup
- 1 1/3 cups water
- 3/4 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables (carrots, green beans, corn, peas)
- 1 1/4 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts (4 small or 2 large, halved lengthwise)
- 1/2 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Mix soup, water, rice, onion powder, and vegetables in an 11x8x2-inch baking dish. Season with salt and pepper.
- Arrange chicken breasts on top of the rice mixture. Season with additional salt and pepper. Cover with foil.
- Bake for 50 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and rice is tender.
- Uncover and sprinkle Cheddar cheese over the casserole. Let it stand for 10 minutes to allow the cheese to melt.
Notes
- Use brown rice instead of white for a whole-grain option (adjust cooking time).
- Swap Cheddar for mozzarella or a Mexican cheese blend for variety.
- Add garlic powder or paprika for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
