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a bubbling chicken and rice casserole with melted cheddar on top, one scoop removed to show the creamy interior, in a white baking dish on a kitchen towel, wide horizontal shot, natural light, shallow depth of field, landscape orientation

Chicken and Rice Casserole

A warm casserole dish of soft rice, canned chicken, and vegetables, all smothered in a cream sauce and finished off with melted cheese.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup long-grain white rice uncooked
  • 2 cans canned chicken drained
  • 1 can cream of chicken soup
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F and grease a 9x13 baking dish.
  2. In a bowl, stir together the rice, chicken, soup, broth, and vegetables.
  3. Pour the mixture into the baking dish and spread evenly.
  4. Cover tightly with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
  5. Uncover, top with cheddar, and bake 10 more minutes until the rice is tender.
  6. Let rest a few minutes before serving.

Notes

Check the rice at the end; add a splash of broth if it needs more time.