Cheesy Chicken Rice-a-Roni Casserole
User Reviews
4
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
25 mins
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Total Time
35 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
346 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Cheesy Chicken Rice-a-Roni Casserole
Description
This casserole begins by cooking Rice-A-Roni according to package instructions, then softening carrots, diced green pepper, onion, and spinach during the last portion of cooking. The cooked rice and vegetables are combined with cream of chicken soup, sour cream, shredded cooked chicken breast, and seasoning including salt, black pepper, and garlic powder for a flavorful base.
The mixture is spread evenly in a greased baking dish, topped with shredded cheddar cheese and a light scattering of bread crumbs to create a golden crust when baked. Baking at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 25 minutes melds the flavors and melts the cheese, yielding a comforting, cheesy casserole with moist rice and tender vegetables.
This dish serves as a satisfying dinner option and pairs well with a simple salad or steamed vegetables. It provides a way to use cooked chicken and convenient pantry ingredients for a hearty meal. The recipe is straightforward and suited for home cooks seeking a baked casserole combining rice, cheese, chicken, and vegetables.
Ingredients
- 6.9 oz Rice-A-Roni *I use chicken flavor
- 1 cup carrot sliced
- 1 green bell pepper diced
- 1 onion diced
- 1 cup spinach leaves
- 10.5 oz cream of chicken soup
- 3/4 cup sour cream
- 1 lb chicken breast cooked, shredded
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 cup cheddar cheese shredded
- 1/4 cup bread crumbs
Instructions
- Grease a 9x13 baking dish and preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Cook the Rice A Roni according to package directions.
- During the last 5 minutes of cook time for rice, add in the carrots, green pepper, onion, and spinach to allow to soften a bit.
- Add in the cream of chicken soup, sour cream, cooked chicken, salt, pepper, and everything seasoning/garlic powder.
- Spread mixture evenly into prepared baking dish.
- Sprinkle cheese and bread crumbs lightly on top.
- Place pan in preheated oven and allow to cook for 25 minutes.
- Remove from oven and serve! Enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 346 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 346kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 22g | 7% |
| Protein | 25g | 50% |
| Fat | 17g | 26% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Cholesterol | 86mg | 29% |
| Sodium | 736mg | 31% |
| Potassium | 407mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 3879IU | 78% |
| Vitamin C | 20mg | 22% |
| Calcium | 145mg | 15% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4
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